Fulton County Criminal Court Statistics
Criminal Case Statistics · 3,519 cases analyzed
According to 3,519 public court records, Fulton County has a 5.8% dismissal rate, a 93.2% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 5.4 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
3,519
Total Cases
5.8%
Dismissal Rate
93.2%
Conviction Rate
0.2%
Acquittal Rate
5.4 months
Avg Duration
Most Common Charges
Drug Possession
Petit Larceny
DWI / DUI
Assault
Endangering Welfare of a Child
Criminal Contempt
Grand Larceny
Burglary
Escape / Bail Jumping
Weapons Offense
Top Agencies in Fulton County
Law enforcement agencies with the most cases in Fulton County.
| Agency | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gloversville City Police Department | 1,999 | 6.7% | 92.0% |
| Johnstown City Police Department | 701 | 3.8% | 95.5% |
| Fulton County Sheriffs Office | 469 | 3.9% | 95.3% |
| NYSP Fonda | 244 | 5.8% | 93.8% |
| NYSP Mayfield | 41 | 3.0% | 97.0% |
Courts in Fulton County
Specific courts handling criminal cases in Fulton County, from OCA data (2024–2025).
| Court | Type | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloversville City Court | Local-City & District | 1,322 | 21.0% | 78.9% |
| Johnstown City Court | Local-City & District | 629 | 6.1% | 93.9% |
| Fulton County Court | Supreme/County | 305 | 0.0% | 99.6% |
| Johnstown Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 267 | 7.7% | 92.3% |
| Mayfield Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 135 | 7.5% | 92.5% |
| Broadalbin Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 84 | 14.0% | 86.0% |
| Perth Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 39 | 12.1% | 87.9% |
| Northampton Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 28 | 10.0% | 90.0% |
| Caroga Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 24 | 5.0% | 90.0% |
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.
Fulton County has a 5.8% dismissal rate and 93.2% conviction rate across 3,519 cases. The average case duration is 5.4 months. Use the comparison table above to see how this county stacks up against others.
The most common charges in Fulton County include Drug Possession (442 cases), Petit Larceny (393 cases), DWI / DUI (348 cases). Click any charge above for detailed statistics including dismissal rates, sentencing data, and timelines.
Based on 3,519 cases from public records, 5.8% of cases are dismissed, 93.2% result in conviction, and the average case takes 5.4 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. 3,519 cases analyzed in Fulton County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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