How long does a Sex Offense case take in Cattaraugus County?

The average case takes 11.0 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 14.3% dismissal rate (22 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (18 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County, NY — 12.3% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County?

The dismissal rate is 12.3%, based on 70 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Sex Offense charges reduced in Cattaraugus County?

32.1% of Sex Offense cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Endangering Welfare of a Child.

Sex offense cases in Cattaraugus County show a notably high conviction rate of 81.5 percent, running 4.2 percentage points above the statewide dismissal average and suggesting these charges proceed to conviction more frequently here than across New York. The zero acquittal rate indicates that cases reaching trial in this county rarely result in not-guilty verdicts. Cases take approximately 11 months from filing to resolution, and the low dismissal rate of 12.3 percent means most sex offense charges advance rather than get eliminated early.

About one-third of sex offense charges in Cattaraugus County are reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly to Endangering Welfare of a Child (50 percent of reductions) or Disorderly Conduct (31.2 percent). Among those convicted, prison sentences are the most frequent outcome at 28.3 percent, followed by jail at 24.5 percent and probation at 22.6 percent. Pretrial release occurs in just over 41 percent of cases, while 8.3 percent of defendants are held without bail, and when bail is set the median amount is five thousand dollars.

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

12.3%

Dismissal Rate

81.5%

Conviction Rate

11.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

12.3%

81.5%

Dismissed 12.3% Convicted 81.5% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 6.2%

Source: 70 public court records, Cattaraugus County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	22	14.3%	76.2%
B Felony	18	0.0%	88.2%
A Misdemeanor	16	13.3%	86.7%
E Felony	10	20.0%	80.0%

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 Sex Offense outcomes in Cattaraugus County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7	14.3%	85.7%
2020	12	18.2%	63.6%
2021	13	10.0%	90.0%
2022	14	7.1%	85.7%
2023	17	12.5%	81.2%
2024	7	14.3%	85.7%

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 Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County are handled at arraignment.

41.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

19.4%

Bail Set

8.3%

Remanded

$5,000

Median Bail Amount

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

32.1% of Sex Offense cases
in Cattaraugus County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Sex Offense Endangering Welfare of a Child

8 cases (47.1%)

Sex Offense Disorderly Conduct

5 cases (29.4%)

Sex Offense Harassment

3 cases (17.6%)

Sex Offense Assault

1 cases (5.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Sex Offense convictions in Cattaraugus County.

24.5%

Jail

22.6%

Probation

28.3%

State Prison

11.3%

Fine Only

5.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	53	12.2%	79.6%

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.

Based on 70 cases in Cattaraugus County, 12.3% are dismissed, 81.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 11.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County is 12.3%, based on 70 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Sex Offense case in Cattaraugus County takes 11.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

41.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 19.4% have bail set, and 8.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County is 81.5%, based on 70 cases from public court records. This includes both guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.

32.1% of Sex Offense cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Endangering Welfare of a Child.

Cattaraugus County has a 12.3% dismissal rate for Sex Offense cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Sex Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County, 24.5% receive a jail sentence, 22.6% receive probation, and 28.3% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 14.3% dismissal rate, 76.2% conviction rate (22 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 88.2% conviction rate (18 cases). A Misdemeanor: 13.3% dismissal rate, 86.7% conviction rate (16 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns due to prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining dynamics.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 70 cases analyzed for Sex Offense in Cattaraugus County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com