What is the dismissal rate for Strangulation in Erie County?

The dismissal rate is 68.7%, based on 1516 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Strangulation case take in Erie County?

The average case takes 3.4 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 Strangulation in Erie County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 71.8% dismissal rate (1253 cases). D Felony: 53.7% dismissal rate (263 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Strangulation in Erie County, NY — 68.7% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Strangulation in Erie County?

Based on 1516 cases in Erie County, 68.7% are dismissed, 31.1% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Strangulation in Erie County?

The conviction rate for Strangulation in Erie County is 31.1%, based on 1516 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Strangulation charges reduced in Erie County?

83.0% of Strangulation cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Q: How does Erie County compare to other counties for Strangulation?

Erie County has a 68.7% dismissal rate for Strangulation. Visit the Strangulation overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Strangulation cases in Erie County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average. Of 1,516 cases, 68.7 percent were dismissed compared to 34.9 percent statewide—a gap of nearly 34 percentage points. Only 31.1 percent resulted in conviction, with acquittals rare at 0.2 percent. Dismissal rates have been climbing over the past five years, rising from 63.8 percent in 2019 to 65.0 percent in 2024, suggesting the charge faces persistent challenges in Erie County's courts. The median time from filing to resolution is 102 days.

Charge reductions shape outcomes significantly before trial. Eighty-three percent of cases are reduced to lesser charges, with Harassment accounting for 71 percent of those reductions. When convictions do occur, outcomes are typically lighter: fines are most common at 16.6 percent of convictions, followed by jail sentences at 12.5 percent, while prison sentences are rare at 3.1 percent. Pretrial, 42.9 percent of defendants have bail set with a median amount of $5,000, while 32.6 percent are released on their own recognizance and 19.3 percent are remanded.

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

68.7%

Dismissal Rate

31.1%

Conviction Rate

3.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

68.7%

31.1%

Dismissed 68.7% Convicted 31.1% Acquitted 0.2%

Source: 1,516 public court records, Erie County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Strangulation in Erie County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	1,253	71.8%	28.2%
D Felony	263	53.7%	45.5%

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 Strangulation outcomes in Erie County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	277	63.8%	36.2%
2020	247	75.9%	23.7%
2021	224	68.6%	31.4%
2022	190	69.8%	30.2%
2023	278	70.7%	28.9%
2024	299	65.0%	34.6%

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 Strangulation in Erie County are handled at arraignment.

32.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

42.9%

Bail Set

19.3%

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

83.0% of Strangulation cases
in Erie County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Strangulation Harassment

240 cases (67.6%)

Strangulation Disorderly Conduct

61 cases (17.2%)

Strangulation Assault

37 cases (10.4%)

Strangulation Criminal Contempt

12 cases (3.4%)

Strangulation Other

5 cases (1.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Strangulation convictions in Erie County.

12.5%

Jail

8.1%

Probation

3.1%

State Prison

16.6%

Fine Only

10.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	869	72.0%	27.6%
White	449	62.1%	37.9%
Hispanic	147	68.6%	31.4%
Asian	30	62.1%	37.9%

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 1,516 cases in Erie County, 68.7% are dismissed, 31.1% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Strangulation in Erie County is 68.7%, based on 1,516 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Strangulation case in Erie County takes 3.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

32.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 42.9% have bail set, and 19.3% 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 Strangulation in Erie County is 31.1%, based on 1,516 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.

83.0% of Strangulation cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Erie County has a 68.7% dismissal rate for Strangulation cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Strangulation overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Strangulation in Erie County, 12.5% receive a jail sentence, 8.1% receive probation, and 3.1% 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. A Misdemeanor: 71.8% dismissal rate, 28.2% conviction rate (1,253 cases). D Felony: 53.7% dismissal rate, 45.5% conviction rate (263 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. 1,516 cases analyzed for Strangulation in Erie County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com