Robbery in Niagara County
201 cases · Niagara County Courts · DCJS Data
Robbery cases in Niagara County are dismissed at a notably higher rate than the statewide average, with 27.3% of 201 cases dismissed compared to 21.5% statewide. The conviction rate of 67.2% is solid but paired with minimal acquittals at 0.5%, suggesting most cases that proceed to trial result in conviction. Over the past six years, dismissal rates have remained stable and slightly elevated, hovering around 30%, indicating consistent patterns in how prosecutors and courts handle robbery charges locally.
Charge reductions occur in more than half of robbery cases, predominantly downgrading to petit larceny rather than proceeding through trial. Among those convicted, prison sentences dominate at 48%, with jail terms in 25.2% of cases. Defendants typically receive bail at the $10,000 median, with 52.9% released on bail conditions and 13.6% held without release. The median time from charge to disposition spans eight months, during which most defendants secure some form of pretrial release.
Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Avg duration measures arraignment to final disposition. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: March 2026
Case Outcomes
Source: 201 public court records, Niagara County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Robbery in Niagara County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Felony | 71 | 19.7% | 75.8% |
| D Felony | 63 | 41.8% | 52.7% |
| C Felony | 58 | 20.0% | 72.7% |
| E Felony | 9 | 42.9% | 57.1% |
Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest (e.g., A Felony is the most serious, B Misdemeanor the least). Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities, plea bargaining patterns, and case complexity. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Robbery outcomes in Niagara County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 38 | 29.7% | 64.9% |
| 2020 | 40 | 18.2% | 78.8% |
| 2021 | 30 | 39.3% | 57.1% |
| 2022 | 30 | 25.9% | 63.0% |
| 2023 | 29 | 21.4% | 75.0% |
| 2024 | 34 | 30.0% | 63.3% |
Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.
Pretrial Release
How defendants charged with Robbery in Niagara County are handled at arraignment.
Pretrial release data reflects arraignment outcomes under New York's bail reform laws. ROR = Released on Own Recognizance. Bail Set = cash bail or bond required. Remanded = held without bail.
Charge Reductions
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Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Niagara County.
53.7% of Robbery cases in Niagara County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
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Case outcome rates by race for Robbery in Niagara County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 102 | 30.5% | 65.3% |
| White | 78 | 22.1% | 70.6% |
| Hispanic | 17 | 31.2% | 62.5% |
Disparities in case outcomes reflect well-documented systemic factors including policing patterns, socioeconomic inequality, and structural bias in the criminal justice system. These statistics should not be used to draw conclusions about any individual or group. Data sourced from DCJS Pretrial Release Data.
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your case.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 201 cases analyzed for Robbery in Niagara County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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