What is the dismissal rate for Sex Offense in Lewis County?

The dismissal rate is 4.8%, based on 21 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

The average case takes 8.1 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 Lewis County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (7 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (6 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Sex Offense in Lewis County, NY — 4.8% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Sex Offense in Lewis County?

The conviction rate for Sex Offense in Lewis County is 95.2%, based on 21 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

25.0% of Sex Offense cases in Lewis County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Endangering Welfare of a Child.

Q: How does Lewis County compare to other counties for Sex Offense?

Lewis County has a 4.8% dismissal rate for Sex Offense. Visit the Sex Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Sex offense cases in Lewis County result in conviction at a rate of 95.2 percent, compared to the statewide dismissal rate of 16.5 percent. This means Lewis County sees sex offense charges dismissed far less frequently than the state average—11.7 percentage points below. With no acquittals recorded in the 21 cases examined, the overwhelming majority of defendants charged with sex offenses in this county face conviction. Cases take a median of 242 days to resolve.

About one-quarter of sex offense charges are reduced to lesser charges, most commonly to Endangering Welfare of a Child (60 percent of reductions). When convictions occur, half result in prison sentences, 40 percent receive probation, and small portions face jail time or fines. At pretrial, one-third of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while one-sixth have bail set. No defendants were remanded without bail in this dataset.

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

4.8%

Dismissal Rate

95.2%

Conviction Rate

8.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

95.2%

Dismissed 4.8% Convicted 95.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 21 public court records, Lewis County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	7	0.0%	100.0%
E Felony	6	0.0%	100.0%
B Felony	5	0.0%	100.0%

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 Lewis County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2022	10	0.0%	100.0%
2023	5	0.0%	100.0%

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 Lewis County are handled at arraignment.

33.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.7%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

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

25.0% of Sex Offense cases
in Lewis 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

3 cases (60.0%)

Sex Offense Strangulation

1 cases (20.0%)

Sex Offense Kidnapping

1 cases (20.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

5.0%

Jail

40.0%

Probation

50.0%

State Prison

5.0%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	20	5.0%	95.0%

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 21 cases in Lewis County, 4.8% are dismissed, 95.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Sex Offense in Lewis County is 4.8%, based on 21 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 Lewis County takes 8.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

33.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.7% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Sex Offense in Lewis County is 95.2%, based on 21 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.

25.0% of Sex Offense cases in Lewis County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Endangering Welfare of a Child.

Lewis County has a 4.8% 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 Lewis County, 5.0% receive a jail sentence, 40.0% receive probation, and 50.0% 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: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (7 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (6 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (5 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. 21 cases analyzed for Sex Offense in Lewis County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com