Cayuga County Criminal Court Statistics
Criminal Case Statistics · 4,754 cases analyzed
According to 4,754 public court records, Cayuga County has a 10.1% dismissal rate, a 89.1% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 7.3 months.
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 across all charge types in this county. Last updated: March 2026
4,754
Total Cases
10.1%
Dismissal Rate
89.1%
Conviction Rate
0.0%
Acquittal Rate
7.3 months
Avg Duration
Most Common Charges
Petit Larceny
Criminal Contempt
DWI / DUI
Escape / Bail Jumping
Endangering Welfare of a Child
Assault
Disorderly Conduct
Drug Possession
Burglary
Weapons Offense
Top Agencies in Cayuga County
Law enforcement agencies with the most cases in Cayuga County.
| Agency | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn City Police Department | 3,783 | 10.5% | 88.7% |
| NYSP Auburn | 518 | 5.5% | 93.7% |
| Cayuga County Sheriffs Office | 352 | 8.9% | 90.2% |
Courts in Cayuga County
Specific courts handling criminal cases in Cayuga County, from OCA data (2024–2025).
| Court | Type | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn City Court | Local-City & District | 1,854 | 12.8% | 87.2% |
| Cayuga County Court | Supreme/County | 483 | 0.9% | 99.1% |
| Sennett Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 121 | 6.8% | 93.2% |
| Aurelius Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 92 | 9.1% | 90.9% |
| Brutus Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 39 | 13.3% | 86.7% |
| Fleming Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 34 | 6.7% | 93.3% |
| Moravia Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 32 | 3.3% | 96.7% |
| Weedsport Village Court | Local-Town & Village | 29 | 26.7% | 73.3% |
| Springport Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 21 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Victory Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 20 | 6.2% | 93.8% |
Compare All New York Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate | Avg Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 211,680 | 76.6% | 23.2% | 6.7 months |
| New York | 178,683 | 60.5% | 39.2% | 7.0 months |
| Queens | 174,749 | 62.8% | 36.9% | 6.7 months |
| Bronx | 136,264 | 68.9% | 30.7% | 7.0 months |
| Suffolk | 74,073 | 32.9% | 66.6% | 9.5 months |
| Nassau | 73,406 | 39.0% | 60.5% | 8.6 months |
| Erie | 46,381 | 43.7% | 55.5% | 7.9 months |
| Westchester | 40,967 | 32.6% | 66.8% | 8.6 months |
| Monroe | 35,087 | 43.8% | 54.7% | 8.1 months |
| Richmond | 34,320 | 48.2% | 51.6% | 7.0 months |
| Onondaga | 29,389 | 46.1% | 53.2% | 10.4 months |
| Orange | 18,311 | 29.0% | 70.6% | 8.0 months |
| Niagara | 17,168 | 29.4% | 69.8% | 7.8 months |
| Oneida | 16,787 | 25.0% | 74.4% | 7.0 months |
| Albany | 16,534 | 23.8% | 75.8% | 7.9 months |
| Broome | 13,834 | 34.4% | 64.7% | 8.6 months |
| Chautauqua | 13,008 | 29.5% | 69.9% | 8.7 months |
| Schenectady | 11,793 | 30.6% | 68.8% | 7.6 months |
| Oswego | 8,518 | 18.4% | 81.2% | 7.5 months |
| Saratoga | 8,368 | 15.1% | 84.6% | 6.0 months |
| Dutchess | 8,218 | 20.0% | 79.4% | 8.1 months |
| Rensselaer | 8,027 | 29.2% | 70.1% | 8.3 months |
| Chemung | 7,332 | 26.9% | 72.2% | 7.0 months |
| Ulster | 7,264 | 22.5% | 77.0% | 9.2 months |
| Jefferson | 6,400 | 16.4% | 82.8% | 8.0 months |
| Cattaraugus | 5,613 | 15.8% | 83.6% | 7.6 months |
| Steuben | 5,525 | 21.4% | 77.1% | 8.2 months |
| Cayuga | 4,754 | 10.1% | 89.1% | 7.3 months |
| Rockland | 4,492 | 39.2% | 59.8% | 8.5 months |
| Warren | 4,233 | 16.1% | 83.2% | 6.5 months |
| Clinton | 4,110 | 11.2% | 87.8% | 6.1 months |
| St. Lawrence | 3,971 | 19.6% | 79.7% | 7.8 months |
| Ontario | 3,882 | 16.1% | 82.5% | 9.6 months |
| Montgomery | 3,611 | 5.9% | 93.1% | 6.6 months |
| Genesee | 3,609 | 10.0% | 89.1% | 8.6 months |
| Fulton | 3,519 | 5.8% | 93.2% | 5.4 months |
| Tompkins | 3,479 | 37.5% | 61.8% | 8.0 months |
| Madison | 3,308 | 8.3% | 90.9% | 7.5 months |
| Cortland | 3,228 | 17.2% | 81.9% | 8.9 months |
| Otsego | 2,149 | 23.6% | 75.8% | 6.5 months |
| Chenango | 2,087 | 12.1% | 87.4% | 6.9 months |
| Sullivan | 2,007 | 20.2% | 78.9% | 10.2 months |
| Columbia | 1,995 | 17.5% | 81.5% | 9.6 months |
| Wayne | 1,881 | 17.8% | 80.8% | 8.2 months |
| Livingston | 1,538 | 11.5% | 87.4% | 7.5 months |
| Greene | 1,488 | 14.7% | 83.9% | 7.8 months |
| Herkimer | 1,381 | 5.5% | 93.5% | 6.8 months |
| Franklin | 1,297 | 9.0% | 90.0% | 7.8 months |
| Washington | 1,293 | 7.7% | 91.5% | 6.4 months |
| Putnam | 1,211 | 18.7% | 80.9% | 8.9 months |
| Wyoming | 1,109 | 3.8% | 95.0% | 7.1 months |
| Seneca | 1,043 | 7.3% | 92.0% | 7.4 months |
| Allegany | 947 | 15.5% | 83.6% | 7.8 months |
| Essex | 863 | 9.3% | 90.0% | 7.9 months |
| Orleans | 848 | 14.9% | 84.3% | 6.8 months |
| Tioga | 764 | 13.3% | 86.0% | 8.0 months |
| Delaware | 711 | 26.6% | 72.7% | 6.9 months |
| Schoharie | 490 | 6.5% | 91.8% | 7.3 months |
| Schuyler | 483 | 9.8% | 89.6% | 7.9 months |
| Lewis | 412 | 8.6% | 89.9% | 9.2 months |
| Yates | 310 | 7.9% | 91.8% | 7.2 months |
| Hamilton | 37 | 5.6% | 94.4% | 8.7 months |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results.
Cayuga County has a 10.1% dismissal rate and 89.1% conviction rate across 4,754 cases. The average case duration is 7.3 months. Use the comparison table above to see how this county stacks up against others.
The most common charges in Cayuga County include Petit Larceny (607 cases), Criminal Contempt (497 cases), DWI / DUI (409 cases). Click any charge above for detailed statistics including dismissal rates, sentencing data, and timelines.
Based on 4,754 cases from public records, 10.1% of cases are dismissed, 89.1% result in conviction, and the average case takes 7.3 months. Outcomes vary significantly by charge type — look up your specific charge for the most relevant statistics. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 4,754 cases analyzed in Cayuga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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