What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Albany County?

The dismissal rate is 32.8%, based on 1432 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Assault case take in Albany County?

The average case takes 6.0 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 Assault in Albany County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 39.5% dismissal rate (735 cases). D Felony: 25.6% dismissal rate (526 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Albany County, NY — 32.8% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Assault in Albany County?

Based on 1432 cases in Albany County, 32.8% are dismissed, 66.9% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Assault in Albany County?

The conviction rate for Assault in Albany County is 66.9%, based on 1432 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Assault charges reduced in Albany County?

64.6% of Assault cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Albany County compare to other counties for Assault?

Albany County has a 32.8% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Albany County, assault defendants face a 66.9% conviction rate, slightly lower than the statewide average, while dismissals occur in 32.8% of cases—notably higher than the state's 29% average. Over the past five years, dismissal rates have climbed from 25% to 31.4%, suggesting prosecutors or courts are increasingly finding reasons to drop or reject assault charges. The median time to resolution is 181 days, giving defendants roughly six months from charge to outcome. Aquittals remain rare at 0.1%, indicating that when cases reach trial, conviction is almost certain.

Charge reduction is the dominant feature of Albany County assault cases: nearly 65% of defendants get their charges reduced rather than convicted on the original assault charge. Disorderly conduct accounts for just over half of these reductions, with harassment comprising the remainder. At pretrial, 47.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while 16.6% receive bail set at a median of $10,000 and 11.4% are remanded. Among those convicted, sentences are typically light—fines are most common at 16%, followed by jail and probation terms around 10-11% each.

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

32.8%

Dismissal Rate

66.9%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

32.8%

66.9%

Dismissed 32.8% Convicted 66.9% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 1,432 public court records, Albany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Assault in Albany County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	735	39.5%	60.4%
D Felony	526	25.6%	73.8%
B Misdemeanor	69	43.3%	56.7%
B Felony	50	18.2%	81.8%
C Felony	28	4.2%	95.8%
E Felony	24	13.6%	86.4%

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 Assault outcomes in Albany County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	176	25.0%	75.0%
2020	162	34.3%	65.7%
2021	218	37.1%	62.9%
2022	247	35.9%	63.2%
2023	341	32.2%	67.1%
2024	284	31.4%	68.6%

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 Assault in Albany County are handled at arraignment.

47.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.6%

Bail Set

11.4%

Remanded

$10,000

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

64.6% of Assault cases
in Albany County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

250 cases (48.7%)

Assault Harassment

220 cases (42.9%)

Assault Weapons Offense

21 cases (4.1%)

Assault Other

12 cases (2.3%)

Assault Endangering Welfare of a Child

10 cases (1.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Albany County.

11.2%

Jail

10.5%

Probation

10.5%

State Prison

16.0%

Fine Only

5.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	825	32.8%	66.9%
White	407	32.2%	67.8%
Hispanic	145	30.8%	68.5%
Other	34	32.1%	67.9%
Asian	15	42.9%	50.0%

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 1,432 cases in Albany County, 32.8% are dismissed, 66.9% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Albany County is 32.8%, based on 1,432 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Albany County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

47.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.6% have bail set, and 11.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $10,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Albany County is 66.9%, based on 1,432 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.

64.6% of Assault cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Albany County has a 32.8% dismissal rate for Assault cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Assault in Albany County, 11.2% receive a jail sentence, 10.5% receive probation, and 10.5% 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: 39.5% dismissal rate, 60.4% conviction rate (735 cases). D Felony: 25.6% dismissal rate, 73.8% conviction rate (526 cases). B Misdemeanor: 43.3% dismissal rate, 56.7% conviction rate (69 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. 1,432 cases analyzed for Assault in Albany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com