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

The average case takes 3.8 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 Queens County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 80.4% dismissal rate (2933 cases). B Misdemeanor: 87.8% dismissal rate (41 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Aggravated Harassment in Queens County, NY — 80.1% Dismissed

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

Based on 2997 cases in Queens County, 80.1% are dismissed, 19.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.8 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 80.1%, based on 2997 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 Queens County?

96.5% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Aggravated Harassment cases in Queens County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than across New York State. With an 80.1 percent dismissal rate compared to the statewide average of 46.2 percent, these charges are resolved through dismissal in Queens County far more often than they result in conviction. Only 19.9 percent of the 2,997 cases studied ended in conviction, and no acquittals were recorded. This pattern has strengthened over time—dismissal rates rose from 63.3 percent in 2019 to 79.9 percent in 2024—suggesting prosecutors or courts in Queens County are increasingly screening out these cases before trial.

Nearly all Aggravated Harassment charges that don't result in outright dismissal are reduced to lesser offenses, with 96.5 percent of cases experiencing charge reductions. Disorderly Conduct absorbs 93.1 percent of these reductions, creating a clear pathway to a lower-level charge. Defendants charged with Aggravated Harassment have strong pretrial release prospects: 77.4 percent are released on their own recognizance without bail. When bail is set, the median amount is $1,000. Among the small number convicted, sentences are predominantly lenient—16.5 percent serve only time already spent in custody, and jail sentences rarely exceed short terms. The

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

80.1%

Dismissal Rate

19.9%

Conviction Rate

3.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

80.1%

19.9%

Dismissed 80.1% Convicted 19.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 2,997 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	2,933	80.4%	19.6%
B Misdemeanor	41	87.8%	12.2%
E Felony	23	22.7%	77.3%

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 Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	604	63.3%	36.7%
2020	391	91.5%	8.5%
2021	417	91.1%	8.9%
2022	535	79.6%	20.4%
2023	543	82.6%	17.4%
2024	497	79.9%	20.1%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

77.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

4.8%

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

96.5% of Aggravated Harassment cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Aggravated Harassment Disorderly Conduct

514 cases (91.6%)

Aggravated Harassment Harassment

31 cases (5.5%)

Aggravated Harassment Criminal Contempt

7 cases (1.2%)

Aggravated Harassment Other

5 cases (0.9%)

Aggravated Harassment Weapons Offense

4 cases (0.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

3.4%

Jail

0.5%

Probation

0.5%

State Prison

2.5%

Fine Only

16.5%

Time Served

96.5% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Queens County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

Ask a Queens County attorney — free

Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,240	80.8%	19.2%
Hispanic	850	78.9%	21.1%
Asian	530	82.0%	18.0%
White	353	78.6%	21.4%
Native American	16	68.8%	31.2%

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 2,997 cases in Queens County, 80.1% are dismissed, 19.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Aggravated Harassment in Queens County is 80.1%, based on 2,997 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 Queens County takes 3.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

77.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 4.8% 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 Queens County is 19.9%, based on 2,997 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.

96.5% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Queens County has a 80.1% 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 Queens County, 3.4% receive a jail sentence, 0.5% receive probation, and 0.5% 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: 80.4% dismissal rate, 19.6% conviction rate (2,933 cases). B Misdemeanor: 87.8% dismissal rate, 12.2% conviction rate (41 cases). E Felony: 22.7% dismissal rate, 77.3% conviction rate (23 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. 2,997 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com