Madison County Criminal Court Statistics
Criminal Case Statistics · 3,308 cases analyzed
According to 3,308 public court records, Madison County has a 8.3% dismissal rate, a 90.9% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 7.5 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
3,308
Total Cases
8.3%
Dismissal Rate
90.9%
Conviction Rate
0.1%
Acquittal Rate
7.5 months
Avg Duration
Most Common Charges
Petit Larceny
Drug Possession
DWI / DUI
Criminal Contempt
Criminal Trespass
Burglary
Endangering Welfare of a Child
Grand Larceny
Assault
Weapons Offense
Top Agencies in Madison County
Law enforcement agencies with the most cases in Madison County.
| Agency | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oneida City Police Department | 2,205 | 8.0% | 91.2% |
| Madison County Sheriffs Office | 415 | 6.8% | 92.1% |
| NYSP Marcy | 290 | 7.7% | 91.5% |
| Canastota Village Police Department | 113 | 7.2% | 91.8% |
| Chittenango Village Police Department | 58 | 18.4% | 79.6% |
| Oneida Indian Nation Police | 56 | 12.2% | 87.8% |
| NYSP Thruway Syracuse | 26 | 3.8% | 96.2% |
| SUNY Police Morrisville | 21 | 9.5% | 90.5% |
Courts in Madison County
Specific courts handling criminal cases in Madison County, from OCA data (2024–2025).
| Court | Type | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oneida City Court | Local-City & District | 1,260 | 21.3% | 78.7% |
| Madison County Court | Supreme/County | 264 | 1.9% | 98.1% |
| Canastota Village Court | Local-Town & Village | 151 | 20.6% | 79.4% |
| Sullivan Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 130 | 8.2% | 91.8% |
| Lenox Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 110 | 10.7% | 89.3% |
| Chittenango Village Court | Local-Town & Village | 84 | 25.9% | 74.1% |
| Morrisville Village Court | Local-Town & Village | 48 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| Eaton Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 41 | 21.7% | 78.3% |
| Madison Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 37 | 9.7% | 90.3% |
| Nelson Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 30 | 23.8% | 76.2% |
| Brookfield Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 24 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Cazenovia Village Court | Local-Town & Village | 23 | 35.3% | 64.7% |
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.
Madison County has a 8.3% dismissal rate and 90.9% conviction rate across 3,308 cases. The average case duration is 7.5 months. Use the comparison table above to see how this county stacks up against others.
The most common charges in Madison County include Petit Larceny (609 cases), Drug Possession (364 cases), DWI / DUI (312 cases). Click any charge above for detailed statistics including dismissal rates, sentencing data, and timelines.
Based on 3,308 cases from public records, 8.3% of cases are dismissed, 90.9% result in conviction, and the average case takes 7.5 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. 3,308 cases analyzed in Madison County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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