What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Queens County?

The dismissal rate is 79.0%, based on 43576 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 Queens County?

The average case takes 3.7 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 Queens County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 85.4% dismissal rate (27148 cases). D Felony: 69.4% dismissal rate (12204 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Queens County, NY — 79.0% Dismissed

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

Based on 43576 cases in Queens County, 79.0% are dismissed, 20.8% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.7 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Queens County is 20.8%, based on 43576 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

84.7% of Assault cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Queens County has a 79.0% 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 Queens County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average—79% compared to 29% statewide, a 50-percentage-point difference. This pattern has intensified over the past five years, with dismissal rates climbing from 64.6% in 2019 to 81.2% in 2024. Only 20.8% of assault cases result in conviction, suggesting that Queens County prosecutors or courts apply a stringent filter to these charges. The median time from charge to resolution is 111 days, indicating relatively swift processing.

Charge reduction is nearly universal in Queens County assault cases, occurring in 84.7% of cases. When reductions happen, they almost always drop to disorderly conduct (94.4% of reductions), a significantly less serious charge. At the pretrial stage, defendants face minimal detention: 76.1% are released on their own recognizance with no bail required, and only 0.6% are remanded. Among the small fraction convicted, sentences are predominantly lenient—15.8% receive only time served, while jail and prison terms together account for 12.4% of convictions.

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

79.0%

Dismissal Rate

20.8%

Conviction Rate

3.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

79.0%

20.8%

Dismissed 79.0% Convicted 20.8% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 43,576 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	27,148	85.4%	14.6%
D Felony	12,204	69.4%	30.4%
B Misdemeanor	1,810	86.5%	13.5%
E Felony	870	72.5%	27.4%
C Felony	816	38.9%	60.5%
B Felony	727	34.9%	62.4%

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 Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7,298	64.6%	35.2%
2020	5,774	82.1%	17.9%
2021	6,383	84.4%	15.5%
2022	7,217	80.9%	18.9%
2023	8,056	81.8%	18.0%
2024	8,708	81.2%	18.8%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

76.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

7.3%

Bail Set

0.6%

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

84.7% of Assault cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

6,804 cases (93.0%)

Assault Harassment

231 cases (3.2%)

Assault Weapons Offense

170 cases (2.3%)

Assault Criminal Contempt

62 cases (0.8%)

Assault Homicide

50 cases (0.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Queens County.

7.6%

Jail

2.1%

Probation

4.8%

State Prison

2.0%

Fine Only

15.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	17,043	80.1%	19.8%
Black	14,248	77.0%	22.8%
Asian	7,801	81.2%	18.7%
White	3,991	77.5%	22.3%
Native American	301	80.7%	19.3%

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 43,576 cases in Queens County, 79.0% are dismissed, 20.8% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Queens County is 79.0%, based on 43,576 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Queens County takes 3.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

76.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 7.3% have bail set, and 0.6% 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 Queens County is 20.8%, based on 43,576 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.

84.7% of Assault cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Queens County has a 79.0% 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 Queens County, 7.6% receive a jail sentence, 2.1% receive probation, and 4.8% 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: 85.4% dismissal rate, 14.6% conviction rate (27,148 cases). D Felony: 69.4% dismissal rate, 30.4% conviction rate (12,204 cases). B Misdemeanor: 86.5% dismissal rate, 13.5% conviction rate (1,810 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. 43,576 cases analyzed for Assault in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com