Based on 17 conviction records, Obstruction is reduced to a lesser charge in 35.3% of cases in Oneida County. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt (50.0% of reductions). The statewide average reduction rate for Obstruction is 58.6%.

Charge reduction means the conviction charge differs from the original arrest charge, typically through plea negotiation. Only reductions with 3+ occurrences are shown. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: March 2026

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35.3%
Local Reduction Rate
58.6%
Statewide Average
17
Total Convictions

The most common conviction charges when Obstruction is reduced through a plea deal in Oneida County.

Conviction Charge Count % of Reductions
Criminal Contempt 3 50.0%
Assault 3 50.0%

Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data (2019–2024) — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Oneida County reduces Obstruction charges at a lower rate (35.3%) than the statewide average (58.6%). This may reflect stricter prosecutorial practices for this charge in Oneida County.

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Plea bargaining is a central part of Oneida County's criminal court process. The data above shows actual reduction outcomes from DCJS records — not predictions. Every case is unique, and the plea offered in your case depends on the specific facts, evidence, your attorney's negotiations, and the local prosecutor's policies. Past outcomes do not predict future results.

How we calculate: We compare the arrest charge to the conviction charge for guilty outcomes. When the conviction charge category differs from the arrest charge category, we count it as a reduction. Minimum threshold: 3 reductions per combination. Data from DCJS Pretrial Release Data, last updated March 2026.

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results.

Obstruction is reduced to a lesser charge in 35.3% of convictions in Oneida County, based on 17 records from DCJS Pretrial Release Data (2019–2024). The statewide average is 58.6%.
The most common reduction for Obstruction in Oneida County is to Criminal Contempt, accounting for 50.0% of all reductions (3 cases). For guidance on your specific case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Oneida County has a 35.3% reduction rate for Obstruction, compared to the statewide average of 58.6%. This county reduces Obstruction at a lower rate than average. Differences reflect local prosecutorial practices and court customs.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 17 conviction records analyzed for Obstruction in Oneida County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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