What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Kings County?

The dismissal rate is 88.4%, based on 50089 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 Kings County?

The average case takes 3.4 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 Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 92.9% dismissal rate (28489 cases). D Felony: 83.7% dismissal rate (15308 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Kings County, NY — 88.4% Dismissed

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

Based on 50089 cases in Kings County, 88.4% are dismissed, 11.5% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Kings County is 11.5%, based on 50089 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

74.0% of Assault cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Kings County has a 88.4% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Assault cases in Kings County are dismissed at a rate of 88.4%, which is dramatically higher than the statewide average of 29.0%—a gap of 59.4 percentage points. Only 11.5% of assault cases result in conviction, with virtually no acquittals. The dismissal rate has risen consistently since 2019, climbing from 83.6% to 91.7%, suggesting that Kings County prosecutors or courts have become increasingly likely to drop these charges over the past five years. Cases typically reach resolution within 101 days, indicating relatively swift processing despite the high volume of over 50,000 cases.

Most assault defendants in Kings County are released before trial without bail: 78.8% are released on their own recognizance, while only 8.5% have bail set, with a median of $5,000 for those who do. Three-quarters of assault cases see charges reduced, predominantly to Disorderly Conduct (87.3% of all reductions). When convictions do occur, sentences are split between jail time (9.6%), prison (9.7%), and time served (11.1%), with probation in just 4.1% of cases. The pattern suggests that assault charges in this county frequently don't proceed as filed, either through dismissal or reduction to lower offenses.

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

88.4%

Dismissal Rate

11.5%

Conviction Rate

3.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

88.4%

Dismissed 88.4% Convicted 11.5% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 50,089 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	28,489	92.9%	7.1%
D Felony	15,308	83.7%	16.1%
B Misdemeanor	2,634	92.5%	7.4%
E Felony	1,450	85.1%	14.7%
C Felony	1,345	62.6%	37.2%
B Felony	863	49.0%	49.5%

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 Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	8,240	83.6%	16.4%
2020	6,233	89.0%	10.8%
2021	7,265	88.0%	11.9%
2022	8,480	88.4%	11.5%
2023	9,470	88.9%	11.0%
2024	10,219	91.7%	8.2%

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 Kings County are handled at arraignment.

78.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.5%

Bail Set

0.4%

Remanded

$5,000

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

74.0% of Assault cases
in Kings County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

3,253 cases (83.5%)

Assault Harassment

366 cases (9.4%)

Assault Weapons Offense

107 cases (2.7%)

Assault Other

93 cases (2.4%)

Assault Homicide

79 cases (2.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Kings County.

9.6%

Jail

4.1%

Probation

9.7%

State Prison

0.7%

Fine Only

11.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Assault 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	28,905	88.2%	11.6%
Hispanic	12,774	88.2%	11.8%
White	5,412	89.0%	11.0%
Asian	2,599	89.9%	10.1%
Native American	181	90.3%	9.7%

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 50,089 cases in Kings County, 88.4% are dismissed, 11.5% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Kings County is 88.4%, based on 50,089 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Kings County takes 3.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

78.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.5% have bail set, and 0.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Kings County is 11.5%, based on 50,089 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.

74.0% of Assault cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Kings County has a 88.4% 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 Kings County, 9.6% receive a jail sentence, 4.1% receive probation, and 9.7% 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: 92.9% dismissal rate, 7.1% conviction rate (28,489 cases). D Felony: 83.7% dismissal rate, 16.1% conviction rate (15,308 cases). B Misdemeanor: 92.5% dismissal rate, 7.4% conviction rate (2,634 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. 50,089 cases analyzed for Assault in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com