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

The dismissal rate is 8.6%, based on 35 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 Sullivan County?

The average case takes 1.1 years 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 Sullivan County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 8.3% dismissal rate (12 cases). D Felony: 14.3% dismissal rate (7 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Sex Offense in Sullivan County, NY — 8.6% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Sex Offense in Sullivan County is 80.0%, based on 35 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

21.4% of Sex Offense cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Sullivan County has a 8.6% 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 Sullivan County result in conviction far more often than statewide. The county's 80 percent conviction rate substantially exceeds the typical outcome, while dismissals occur in only 8.6 percent of cases—nearly 8 percentage points below the statewide average of 16.5 percent. Over the 2020-2023 period, dismissal rates trended upward from zero to 9.1 percent, suggesting some shift in case handling, though convictions remain the dominant outcome. Cases take approximately 13.5 months to resolve.

At the pretrial stage, roughly one-third of defendants receive bail, with a median amount of $5,500, while another third are released on their own recognizance. About one-fifth face remand without release. Among convicted defendants, prison sentences dominate at 60.7 percent, with jail imposed in 18 percent of cases. Roughly one-fifth of sex offense charges are reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly Harassment, which accounts for half of all reductions.

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

8.6%

Dismissal Rate

80.0%

Conviction Rate

1.1 years

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

80.0%

Dismissed 8.6% Convicted 80.0% Acquitted 5.7% YO Adjudication 5.7%

Source: 35 public court records, Sullivan County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	12	8.3%	75.0%
D Felony	7	14.3%	71.4%
E Felony	6	0.0%	100.0%
A-II 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 Sullivan County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	6	0.0%	66.7%
2021	7	14.3%	71.4%
2022	6	16.7%	83.3%
2023	11	9.1%	81.8%

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 Sullivan County are handled at arraignment.

22.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

33.3%

Bail Set

22.2%

Remanded

$5,500

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

21.4% of Sex Offense cases
in Sullivan County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Sex Offense Harassment

2 cases (33.3%)

Sex Offense Strangulation

1 cases (16.7%)

Sex Offense Kidnapping

1 cases (16.7%)

Sex Offense Endangering Welfare of a Child

1 cases (16.7%)

Sex Offense Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (16.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

17.9%

Jail

60.7%

State Prison

14.3%

Fine Only

3.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	17	0.0%	94.1%
Hispanic	11	9.1%	72.7%

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 35 cases in Sullivan County, 8.6% are dismissed, 80.0% result in conviction, and 5.7% end in acquittal. The average case takes 1.1 years from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Sex Offense in Sullivan County is 8.6%, based on 35 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 Sullivan County takes 1.1 years. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

22.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 33.3% have bail set, and 22.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Sex Offense in Sullivan County is 80.0%, based on 35 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.

21.4% of Sex Offense cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Sullivan County has a 8.6% 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 Sullivan County, 17.9% receive a jail sentence, and 60.7% 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. B Felony: 8.3% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (12 cases). D Felony: 14.3% dismissal rate, 71.4% conviction rate (7 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (6 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. 35 cases analyzed for Sex Offense in Sullivan County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com