What is the dismissal rate for Assault in New York County?

The dismissal rate is 78.4%, based on 39678 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 New York 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 New York County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 84.5% dismissal rate (22919 cases). D Felony: 69.8% dismissal rate (10399 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in New York County, NY — 78.4% Dismissed

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

Based on 39678 cases in New York County, 78.4% are dismissed, 21.4% 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 New York County?

The conviction rate for Assault in New York County is 21.4%, based on 39678 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Assault charges reduced in New York County?

65.0% of Assault cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

New York County has a 78.4% 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 New York County are dismissed at a rate nearly three times higher than the statewide average, with 78.4% of cases ending in dismissal compared to 29% statewide. This 49-percentage-point gap reflects how aggressively assault charges are challenged or dropped in this county. The conviction rate sits at just 21.4%, and dismissals have been trending upward from 72.6% in 2019 to 85.3% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are increasingly filtering out weaker cases before trial. With nearly 40,000 cases in the dataset, this pattern is substantial and consistent.

Most assault defendants in New York County are released pretrial: 72.1% are released on their own recognizance without bail, while 12.3% have bail set at a median of $5,000. About two-thirds of assault charges are reduced to lower offenses, predominantly disorderly conduct (58.8% of reductions). For defendants convicted despite the high dismissal rate, sentences are relatively light—37.5% receive only time served, while jail and prison sentences each account for 14.4% and 10.7% respectively. The median disposition takes 101 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

78.4%

Dismissal Rate

21.4%

Conviction Rate

3.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

78.4%

21.4%

Dismissed 78.4% Convicted 21.4% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 39,678 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	22,919	84.5%	15.4%
D Felony	10,399	69.8%	30.0%
B Misdemeanor	3,149	83.4%	16.5%
E Felony	1,322	72.8%	26.7%
C Felony	1,189	51.6%	47.7%
B Felony	700	37.7%	60.7%

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 New York County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	6,690	72.6%	27.2%
2020	4,817	75.1%	24.6%
2021	6,389	77.1%	22.6%
2022	6,865	78.5%	21.3%
2023	7,193	80.2%	19.7%
2024	7,368	85.3%	14.5%

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 New York County are handled at arraignment.

72.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

12.3%

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

65.0% of Assault cases
in New York County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

2,802 cases (56.2%)

Assault Harassment

1,188 cases (23.8%)

Assault Other

777 cases (15.6%)

Assault Weapons Offense

142 cases (2.8%)

Assault Criminal Contempt

74 cases (1.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in New York County.

14.4%

Jail

2.2%

Probation

10.7%

State Prison

0.2%

Fine Only

37.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	18,988	76.4%	23.3%
Hispanic	13,918	80.6%	19.2%
White	4,440	77.5%	22.4%
Asian	1,864	83.8%	16.1%
Native American	164	82.2%	17.8%

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 39,678 cases in New York County, 78.4% are dismissed, 21.4% 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 New York County is 78.4%, based on 39,678 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

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

72.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 12.3% 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 New York County is 21.4%, based on 39,678 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.

65.0% of Assault cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

New York County has a 78.4% 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 New York County, 14.4% receive a jail sentence, 2.2% receive probation, and 10.7% 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: 84.5% dismissal rate, 15.4% conviction rate (22,919 cases). D Felony: 69.8% dismissal rate, 30.0% conviction rate (10,399 cases). B Misdemeanor: 83.4% dismissal rate, 16.5% conviction rate (3,149 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. 39,678 cases analyzed for Assault in New York County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com