How long does a Aggravated Harassment case take in New York County?

The average case takes 3.5 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 New York County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 82.8% dismissal rate (3052 cases). B Misdemeanor: 87.3% dismissal rate (103 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Aggravated Harassment in New York County, NY — 82.2% Dismissed

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

Based on 3191 cases in New York County, 82.2% are dismissed, 17.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.5 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 82.2%, based on 3191 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 New York County?

89.7% of Aggravated Harassment cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Aggravated harassment cases in New York County are dismissed at dramatically higher rates than the state average, with 82.2 percent of cases ending in dismissal compared to 46.2 percent statewide—a 36-point gap suggesting this charge faces substantial scrutiny in the county. The conviction rate of 17.8 percent is correspondingly low, and dismissals have been trending upward since 2019, rising from 77.9 percent to 87.1 percent. This pattern indicates that aggravated harassment charges are increasingly difficult to prosecute successfully in New York County, and cases typically resolve quickly at around 104 days.

Charge reductions play a central role in how these cases are handled. Nearly 90 percent of cases are reduced to lesser charges, overwhelmingly to disorderly conduct (56.8 percent of all reductions) or harassment (30.2 percent), rather than proceeding to trial on the original charge. When convictions do occur, they rarely result in incarceration—just 9.4 percent receive jail time, and less than 1 percent receive prison sentences. The majority of convicted defendants receive time served as their sentence. Pretrial conditions are minimal, with over three-quarters of defendants released on their own recognizance and a median bail of only $1,000 when bail is set.

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

82.2%

Dismissal Rate

17.8%

Conviction Rate

3.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

82.2%

17.8%

Dismissed 82.2% Convicted 17.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 3,191 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	3,052	82.8%	17.2%
B Misdemeanor	103	87.3%	12.7%
E Felony	36	20.0%	80.0%

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 New York County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	651	77.9%	22.1%
2020	383	81.6%	18.4%
2021	568	82.1%	17.9%
2022	547	85.7%	14.3%
2023	492	80.3%	19.5%
2024	519	87.1%	12.9%

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 New York County are handled at arraignment.

76.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.3%

Bail Set

0.1%

Remanded

$1,000

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

89.7% of Aggravated Harassment cases
in New York County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Aggravated Harassment Disorderly Conduct

248 cases (51.1%)

Aggravated Harassment Harassment

132 cases (27.2%)

Aggravated Harassment Other

57 cases (11.8%)

Aggravated Harassment Assault

33 cases (6.8%)

Aggravated Harassment Criminal Contempt

15 cases (3.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in New York County.

9.4%

Jail

0.5%

Probation

0.9%

State Prison

45.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,536	84.9%	15.0%
Hispanic	1,101	83.2%	16.8%
White	427	71.4%	28.6%
Asian	99	73.1%	26.9%

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 3,191 cases in New York County, 82.2% are dismissed, 17.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Aggravated Harassment in New York County is 82.2%, based on 3,191 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 New York County takes 3.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

76.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.3% have bail set, and 0.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Aggravated Harassment in New York County is 17.8%, based on 3,191 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.

89.7% of Aggravated Harassment cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

New York County has a 82.2% 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 New York County, 9.4% receive a jail sentence, 0.5% receive probation, and 0.9% 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: 82.8% dismissal rate, 17.2% conviction rate (3,052 cases). B Misdemeanor: 87.3% dismissal rate, 12.7% conviction rate (103 cases). E Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate, 80.0% conviction rate (36 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. 3,191 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in New York County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com