What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Madison County?

The dismissal rate is 11.3%, based on 121 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 Madison 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 Madison County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 8.5% dismissal rate (58 cases). A Misdemeanor: 15.4% dismissal rate (42 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Madison County, NY — 11.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Madison County is 88.7%, based on 121 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

39.4% of Assault cases in Madison County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Madison County has a 11.3% 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 Madison County result in conviction far more often than the state average. The county's 88.7% conviction rate paired with an 11.3% dismissal rate—17.7 percentage points below the statewide average of 29%—indicates prosecutors successfully pursue these charges to completion here. The trend worsened between 2019 and 2024, with dismissals declining from 9.1% to 8.7%, suggesting assault prosecutions have become increasingly difficult to challenge. Cases resolve in roughly six months on average.

Defendants in Madison County assault cases have a moderate chance of pretrial release: 56.7% are released on their own recognizance, while 31.7% face bail set around $5,000. When conviction occurs, sentences vary widely. Prison time happens in 22.3% of convictions, fines in 21.3%, and jail in 13.8%, though 8.5% receive credit for time served. Before trial resolution, 39.4% of assault charges are reduced to lesser offenses, primarily Harassment (55.2% of reductions) or Disorderly Conduct (37.9%), offering a potential path to a lower charge outcome.

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

11.3%

Dismissal Rate

88.7%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

88.7%

Dismissed 11.3% Convicted 88.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 121 public court records, Madison County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	58	8.5%	91.5%
A Misdemeanor	42	15.4%	84.6%
B Misdemeanor	12	16.7%	83.3%
B Felony	6	0.0%	100.0%

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 Assault outcomes in Madison County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	12	9.1%	90.9%
2020	13	11.1%	88.9%
2021	18	25.0%	75.0%
2022	22	5.6%	94.4%
2023	32	10.3%	89.7%
2024	24	8.7%	91.3%

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 Madison County are handled at arraignment.

56.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

31.7%

Bail Set

7.7%

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

39.4% of Assault cases
in Madison County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

16 cases (50.0%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

11 cases (34.4%)

Assault Weapons Offense

2 cases (6.2%)

Assault Escape / Bail Jumping

2 cases (6.2%)

Assault Traffic Offense

1 cases (3.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Madison County.

13.8%

Jail

11.7%

Probation

22.3%

State Prison

21.3%

Fine Only

8.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	86	11.5%	88.5%
Black	21	6.2%	93.8%

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 121 cases in Madison County, 11.3% are dismissed, 88.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% 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 Madison County is 11.3%, based on 121 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

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

56.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 31.7% have bail set, and 7.7% 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 Madison County is 88.7%, based on 121 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.

39.4% of Assault cases in Madison County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Madison County has a 11.3% 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 Madison County, 13.8% receive a jail sentence, 11.7% receive probation, and 22.3% 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. D Felony: 8.5% dismissal rate, 91.5% conviction rate (58 cases). A Misdemeanor: 15.4% dismissal rate, 84.6% conviction rate (42 cases). B Misdemeanor: 16.7% dismissal rate, 83.3% conviction rate (12 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. 121 cases analyzed for Assault in Madison County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com