Strangulation in Steuben County
96 cases · Steuben County Courts · DCJS Data
Strangulation cases in Steuben County result in conviction in 79.1 percent of cases, well above the statewide dismissal rate of 34.9 percent. Only 20.9 percent of strangulation charges are dismissed in Steuben County compared to the statewide average of 34.9 percent, a 14-percentage-point gap suggesting these cases proceed to conviction more often locally. From 2019 to 2024, dismissal rates have trended upward from 14.3 to 20 percent, indicating slightly more favorable outcomes for defendants in recent years, though conviction rates remain high. Cases reach disposition in a median of 159 days.
Most strangulation defendants in Steuben County are released on their own recognizance before trial—72.4 percent—while 10.3 percent face bail set at a median of $1,000. Notably, 64.7 percent of strangulation charges are reduced, predominantly to Harassment (48.5 percent of reductions) or Disorderly Conduct (30.3 percent). When convictions occur, sentences emphasize fines, imposed in 31 percent of cases, followed by probation or jail time at 10.3 and 7.4 percent respectively. Prison sentences and time-served outcomes are less common at
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: 96 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Strangulation in Steuben County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Misdemeanor | 70 | 19.0% | 81.0% |
| D Felony | 26 | 26.1% | 73.9% |
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 Steuben County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 16 | 14.3% | 85.7% |
| 2020 | 14 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| 2021 | 13 | 18.2% | 81.8% |
| 2022 | 12 | 18.2% | 81.8% |
| 2023 | 25 | 21.7% | 78.3% |
| 2024 | 16 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
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 Strangulation in Steuben 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 Strangulation convictions in Steuben County.
64.7% of Strangulation cases in Steuben 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 Strangulation in Steuben County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 87 | 21.8% | 78.2% |
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. 96 cases analyzed for Strangulation in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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