What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Nassau County?

The dismissal rate is 44.2%, based on 7068 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 Nassau County?

The average case takes 7.5 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 Nassau County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 60.1% dismissal rate (3648 cases). D Felony: 21.6% dismissal rate (2492 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Nassau County, NY — 44.2% Dismissed

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

Based on 7068 cases in Nassau County, 44.2% are dismissed, 54.8% result in conviction, and 0.4% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.5 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Nassau County is 54.8%, based on 7068 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

73.4% of Assault cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Nassau County has a 44.2% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Nassau County dismisses assault charges at substantially higher rates than the statewide average—44.2 percent compared to 29 percent statewide, a gap of 15.2 percentage points. Among 7,068 cases, 54.8 percent resulted in convictions and 0.4 percent in acquittals, with dismissals trending upward from 36.7 percent in 2019 to 48.5 percent in 2024. This trajectory suggests the county's approach to assault charges has shifted toward earlier case elimination over the six-year period.

Charge reductions are a dominant feature of Nassau County assault cases. Nearly three-quarters of defendants (73.4 percent) had their charges reduced, overwhelmingly to disorderly conduct (80.6 percent of reductions). At pretrial, most defendants (53.5 percent) secured release on their own recognizance, though 20.3 percent faced bail with a median amount of $5,000. Among those convicted, fines were the most common outcome at 28.7 percent, followed by jail sentences (15 percent) and prison time (5 percent). The median time from filing to case resolution is 225 days.

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

44.2%

Dismissal Rate

54.8%

Conviction Rate

7.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

44.2%

54.8%

Dismissed 44.2% Convicted 54.8% Acquitted 0.4%

Source: 7,068 public court records, Nassau County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	3,648	60.1%	39.5%
D Felony	2,492	21.6%	77.2%
B Misdemeanor	519	62.2%	37.4%
B Felony	175	10.5%	83.0%
E Felony	167	28.0%	70.7%
C Felony	67	7.7%	84.6%

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 Nassau County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	1,035	36.7%	62.5%
2020	990	38.3%	60.6%
2021	1,138	41.2%	58.0%
2022	1,369	48.4%	50.4%
2023	1,389	49.2%	49.7%
2024	1,122	48.5%	50.9%

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 Nassau County are handled at arraignment.

53.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

20.3%

Bail Set

0.5%

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

73.4% of Assault cases
in Nassau County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

2,025 cases (78.1%)

Assault Harassment

432 cases (16.7%)

Assault DWI / DUI

55 cases (2.1%)

Assault Escape / Bail Jumping

41 cases (1.6%)

Assault Weapons Offense

40 cases (1.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Nassau County.

15.0%

Jail

9.2%

Probation

5.0%

State Prison

28.7%

Fine Only

2.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	2,464	41.2%	57.8%
White	2,006	50.5%	48.1%
Hispanic	2,001	39.3%	59.9%
Asian	381	54.9%	44.8%
Other	181	46.4%	53.1%
Native American	26	46.2%	53.8%

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 7,068 cases in Nassau County, 44.2% are dismissed, 54.8% result in conviction, and 0.4% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Nassau County is 44.2%, based on 7,068 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Nassau County takes 7.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

53.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 20.3% have bail set, and 0.5% 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 Nassau County is 54.8%, based on 7,068 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.

73.4% of Assault cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Nassau County has a 44.2% 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 Nassau County, 15.0% receive a jail sentence, 9.2% receive probation, and 5.0% 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: 60.1% dismissal rate, 39.5% conviction rate (3,648 cases). D Felony: 21.6% dismissal rate, 77.2% conviction rate (2,492 cases). B Misdemeanor: 62.2% dismissal rate, 37.4% conviction rate (519 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. 7,068 cases analyzed for Assault in Nassau County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com