Orleans County Criminal Court Statistics
Criminal Case Statistics · 848 cases analyzed
According to 848 public court records, Orleans County has a 14.9% dismissal rate, a 84.3% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 6.8 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
848
Total Cases
14.9%
Dismissal Rate
84.3%
Conviction Rate
0.5%
Acquittal Rate
6.8 months
Avg Duration
Most Common Charges
Petit Larceny
DWI / DUI
Criminal Contempt
Escape / Bail Jumping
Burglary
Assault
Drug Sale
Weapons Offense
Drug Possession
Endangering Welfare of a Child
Top Agencies in Orleans County
Law enforcement agencies with the most cases in Orleans County.
| Agency | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orleans County Sheriffs Office | 235 | 15.7% | 83.3% |
| Albion Village Police Department | 205 | 20.5% | 78.9% |
| Medina Village Police Department | 153 | 17.1% | 82.9% |
| NYSP Niagara | 132 | 7.8% | 90.6% |
| NYSP Albion | 56 | 13.2% | 86.8% |
| Holley Village Police Department | 20 | 6.2% | 87.5% |
Courts in Orleans County
Specific courts handling criminal cases in Orleans County, from OCA data (2024–2025).
| Court | Type | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Town Court(Orleans) | Local-Town & Village | 412 | 27.4% | 72.6% |
| Orleans County Court | Supreme/County | 149 | 7.1% | 92.9% |
| Ridgeway Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 124 | 22.6% | 77.4% |
| Shelby Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 115 | 27.1% | 71.4% |
| Murray Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 46 | 25.6% | 74.4% |
| Gaines Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 41 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
| Carlton Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 36 | 22.6% | 77.4% |
| Clarendon Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 33 | 25.0% | 75.0% |
| Yates Town Court | Local-Town & Village | 25 | 18.8% | 81.2% |
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.
Orleans County has a 14.9% dismissal rate and 84.3% conviction rate across 848 cases. The average case duration is 6.8 months. Use the comparison table above to see how this county stacks up against others.
The most common charges in Orleans County include Petit Larceny (96 cases), DWI / DUI (93 cases), Criminal Contempt (69 cases). Click any charge above for detailed statistics including dismissal rates, sentencing data, and timelines.
Based on 848 cases from public records, 14.9% of cases are dismissed, 84.3% result in conviction, and the average case takes 6.8 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. 848 cases analyzed in Orleans County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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