How long does a Aggravated Harassment case take in Kings County?

The average case takes 3.3 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Aggravated Harassment in Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 89.1% dismissal rate (4256 cases). B Misdemeanor: 87.4% dismissal rate (122 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Aggravated Harassment in Kings County, NY — 88.5% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Aggravated Harassment in Kings County?

Based on 4417 cases in Kings County, 88.5% are dismissed, 11.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.3 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Aggravated Harassment in Kings County?

The dismissal rate is 88.5%, based on 4417 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Aggravated Harassment charges reduced in Kings County?

94.4% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Aggravated Harassment cases in Kings County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average. With an 88.5% dismissal rate compared to 46.2% statewide, Kings County dismisses these cases 42 percentage points more frequently. Over 4,400 cases, this represents a substantial divergence in how the charge is handled locally. The dismissal trend has strengthened over the past five years, rising from 84.3% in 2019 to 91.0% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts increasingly view the charge as insufficient for prosecution. The median case resolves in 100 days.

Nearly all defendants charged with Aggravated Harassment in Kings County see their charge reduced rather than prosecuted as filed. Ninety-four percent of cases experience charge reductions, predominantly to Disorderly Conduct (73.6% of reductions) or Harassment (22.3%). This reflects a systematic downgrading of the original charge. Among the rare convictions that occur, outcomes are light: most result in time served (8.6%), with jail sentences in 6.4% of convicted cases and prison time in under 1%. Pretrial, 84.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance, and when bail is set, the median amount is nominal.

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. Last updated: March 2026

88.5%

Dismissal Rate

11.5%

Conviction Rate

3.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

88.5%

Dismissed 88.5% Convicted 11.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 4,417 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Aggravated Harassment in Kings County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	4,256	89.1%	10.9%
B Misdemeanor	122	87.4%	12.6%
E Felony	39	34.2%	65.8%

Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest (e.g., A Felony is the most serious, B Misdemeanor the least). Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities, plea bargaining patterns, and case complexity. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Aggravated Harassment outcomes in Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	728	84.3%	15.7%
2020	544	90.6%	9.4%
2021	643	89.0%	11.0%
2022	825	86.3%	13.7%
2023	793	90.4%	9.6%
2024	875	91.0%	9.0%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Aggravated Harassment in Kings County are handled at arraignment.

84.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.8%

Bail Set

0.1%

Remanded

$1

Median Bail Amount

Pretrial release data reflects arraignment outcomes under New York's bail reform laws. ROR = Released on Own Recognizance. Bail Set = cash bail or bond required. Remanded = held without bail.

Charge Reductions

94.4% of Aggravated Harassment cases
in Kings County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Aggravated Harassment Disorderly Conduct

320 cases (71.3%)

Aggravated Harassment Harassment

97 cases (21.6%)

Aggravated Harassment Assault

18 cases (4.0%)

Aggravated Harassment Other

9 cases (2.0%)

Aggravated Harassment Menacing

5 cases (1.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in Kings County.

6.4%

Jail

0.8%

Probation

0.8%

State Prison

0.4%

Fine Only

8.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Aggravated Harassment in Kings County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	2,815	89.1%	10.9%
Hispanic	893	90.4%	9.6%
White	494	81.5%	18.5%
Asian	179	89.1%	10.9%
Native American	16	86.7%	13.3%

Disparities in case outcomes reflect well-documented systemic factors including policing patterns, socioeconomic inequality, and structural bias in the criminal justice system. These statistics should not be used to draw conclusions about any individual or group. Data sourced from DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your case.

Based on 4,417 cases in Kings County, 88.5% are dismissed, 11.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Aggravated Harassment in Kings County is 88.5%, based on 4,417 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Aggravated Harassment case in Kings County takes 3.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

84.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.8% have bail set, and 0.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Aggravated Harassment in Kings County is 11.5%, based on 4,417 cases from public court records. This includes both guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.

94.4% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Kings County has a 88.5% dismissal rate for Aggravated Harassment cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Aggravated Harassment overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Aggravated Harassment in Kings County, 6.4% receive a jail sentence, 0.8% receive probation, and 0.8% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 89.1% dismissal rate, 10.9% conviction rate (4,256 cases). B Misdemeanor: 87.4% dismissal rate, 12.6% conviction rate (122 cases). E Felony: 34.2% dismissal rate, 65.8% conviction rate (39 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns due to prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining dynamics.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 4,417 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com