What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Montgomery County?

The dismissal rate is 7.3%, based on 208 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 Montgomery County?

The average case takes 5.1 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 Montgomery County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 6.2% dismissal rate (104 cases). D Felony: 8.2% dismissal rate (79 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Montgomery County, NY — 7.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Montgomery County is 90.6%, based on 208 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

54.6% of Assault cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Montgomery County has a 7.3% 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 Montgomery County result in conviction far more often than the statewide pattern suggests. With a 90.6% conviction rate against a 7.3% dismissal rate, assault prosecutions in this county are substantially more likely to end in guilty verdicts compared to the state average, where dismissals occur in 29% of cases—a gap of 21.7 percentage points. Over the past five years, dismissals have slowly increased from 6.1% to 9.5%, but remain dramatically lower than statewide norms. Cases take a median of 154 days to resolve.

The path to conviction in Montgomery County assault cases often involves charge reductions rather than full acquittals. More than half of defendants (54.6%) see their assault charge reduced to a lesser offense, predominantly harassment or disorderly conduct, yet still result in conviction. Among those convicted, outcomes are distributed across multiple sanctions: 40.2% receive fines, 18.4% serve jail time, 16.7% receive probation, and 12.6% receive prison sentences. At the pretrial stage, 58.7% of defendants are released on recognizance, while 32.7% have bail set, with a median amount of $5,000.

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

7.3%

Dismissal Rate

90.6%

Conviction Rate

5.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

90.6%

Dismissed 7.3% Convicted 90.6% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.1%

Source: 208 public court records, Montgomery County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	104	6.2%	91.8%
D Felony	79	8.2%	89.0%
B Misdemeanor	12	22.2%	77.8%
E Felony	5	0.0%	100.0%
C Felony	5	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 Montgomery County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	33	6.1%	93.9%
2020	30	14.3%	85.7%
2021	27	4.3%	95.7%
2022	38	5.6%	88.9%
2023	33	3.3%	90.0%
2024	47	9.5%	90.5%

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 Montgomery County are handled at arraignment.

58.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

32.7%

Bail Set

3.6%

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

54.6% of Assault cases
in Montgomery County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

37 cases (45.1%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

30 cases (36.6%)

Assault Other

8 cases (9.8%)

Assault Escape / Bail Jumping

4 cases (4.9%)

Assault Weapons Offense

3 cases (3.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Montgomery County.

18.4%

Jail

16.7%

Probation

12.6%

State Prison

40.2%

Fine Only

5.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	99	7.8%	90.0%
Hispanic	75	10.0%	87.1%
Black	31	0.0%	100.0%

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 208 cases in Montgomery County, 7.3% are dismissed, 90.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Montgomery County is 7.3%, based on 208 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Montgomery County takes 5.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

58.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 32.7% have bail set, and 3.6% 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 Montgomery County is 90.6%, based on 208 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.

54.6% of Assault cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Montgomery County has a 7.3% 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 Montgomery County, 18.4% receive a jail sentence, 16.7% receive probation, and 12.6% 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: 6.2% dismissal rate, 91.8% conviction rate (104 cases). D Felony: 8.2% dismissal rate, 89.0% conviction rate (79 cases). B Misdemeanor: 22.2% dismissal rate, 77.8% 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. 208 cases analyzed for Assault in Montgomery County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com