How long does a Weapons Offense case take in Steuben County?

The average case takes 9.4 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 Weapons Offense in Steuben County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 23.8% dismissal rate (122 cases). C Felony: 12.0% dismissal rate (25 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Weapons Offense in Steuben County, NY — 20.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Weapons Offense in Steuben County?

The dismissal rate is 20.0%, based on 175 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Weapons Offense charges reduced in Steuben County?

34.5% of Weapons Offense cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Menacing.

Weapons offense cases in Steuben County result in conviction in nearly four out of five instances, a rate slightly higher than the statewide average. The 79.3 percent conviction rate paired with zero acquittals suggests these cases rarely reach trial, and when they do, prosecutors prevail. Dismissals occur in one of five cases at 20 percent, marginally above the statewide average of 17.3 percent. Notably, dismissal rates have climbed from zero in 2019 to 23.1 percent by 2024, indicating a gradual shift toward more charges being dropped before resolution. Cases take approximately nine months to resolve from filing to disposition.

Nearly all defendants facing weapons charges in Steuben County are either released on their own recognizance (52.5 percent) or held without bail (21.2 percent), with actual monetary bail set in fewer than one in six cases at a low median of $1,000. Among those convicted, prison sentences are most common at 27.7 percent, followed by jail time at 22.7 percent. Notably, about one-third of cases see the charge reduced, with nearly equal splits between reduction to menacing or drug possession charges, suggesting prosecutors sometimes reframe weapons allegations during negotiation.

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

20.0%

Dismissal Rate

79.3%

Conviction Rate

9.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

20.0%

79.3%

Dismissed 20.0% Convicted 79.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 175 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Weapons Offense in Steuben County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	122	23.8%	75.2%
C Felony	25	12.0%	88.0%
A Misdemeanor	25	9.1%	90.9%

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 Weapons Offense outcomes in Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	11	0.0%	100.0%
2020	10	20.0%	80.0%
2021	34	20.7%	79.3%
2022	36	16.7%	83.3%
2023	52	22.9%	75.0%
2024	32	23.1%	76.9%

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 Weapons Offense in Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

52.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.4%

Bail Set

21.2%

Remanded

$1,000

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

34.5% of Weapons Offense cases
in Steuben County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Weapons Offense Menacing

9 cases (34.6%)

Weapons Offense Drug Possession

9 cases (34.6%)

Weapons Offense Disorderly Conduct

3 cases (11.5%)

Weapons Offense Assault

3 cases (11.5%)

Weapons Offense Theft of Services

2 cases (7.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Weapons Offense convictions in Steuben County.

22.7%

Jail

19.3%

Probation

27.7%

State Prison

11.8%

Fine Only

0.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Weapons Offense 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	134	21.6%	77.5%
Black	28	15.4%	84.6%
Hispanic	11	18.2%	81.8%

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 175 cases in Steuben County, 20.0% are dismissed, 79.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Weapons Offense in Steuben County is 20.0%, based on 175 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Weapons Offense case in Steuben County takes 9.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

52.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.4% have bail set, and 21.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Weapons Offense in Steuben County is 79.3%, based on 175 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.

34.5% of Weapons Offense cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Menacing.

Steuben County has a 20.0% dismissal rate for Weapons Offense cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Weapons Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Weapons Offense in Steuben County, 22.7% receive a jail sentence, 19.3% receive probation, and 27.7% 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. D Felony: 23.8% dismissal rate, 75.2% conviction rate (122 cases). C Felony: 12.0% dismissal rate, 88.0% conviction rate (25 cases). A Misdemeanor: 9.1% dismissal rate, 90.9% conviction rate (25 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. 175 cases analyzed for Weapons Offense in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com