What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Richmond County?

The dismissal rate is 70.7%, based on 7206 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 Richmond County?

The average case takes 3.9 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 Richmond County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 77.0% dismissal rate (4407 cases). D Felony: 61.2% dismissal rate (2017 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Richmond County, NY — 70.7% Dismissed

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

Based on 7206 cases in Richmond County, 70.7% are dismissed, 29.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.9 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Richmond County is 29.2%, based on 7206 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

79.9% of Assault cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Richmond County has a 70.7% 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 Richmond County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average, with 70.7% of charges dropped compared to 29% statewide—a gap of 41.7 percentage points. Only 29.2% of assault cases result in conviction, and no acquittals are recorded, suggesting the vast majority of cases end before trial through dismissal. This pattern has strengthened over time, with dismissal rates climbing from 61.1% in 2019 to 69.9% in 2024, indicating a sustained shift in how assault charges are resolved in this county. The median time from charge to resolution is 117 days.

Pretrial conditions reflect relatively low barriers to release, with 71.2% of defendants released on their own recognizance and 11.3% receiving bail averaging $5,000. When assault cases do proceed to conviction, jail sentences are most common at 9.1% of convictions, followed by prison time at 5.5%. Most notable is the trajectory of charges: 79.9% of assault cases are reduced to lesser charges, predominantly Disorderly Conduct (83.1% of reductions), indicating prosecutors frequently downgrade these cases rather than pursue the original assault charge through trial.

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

70.7%

Dismissal Rate

29.2%

Conviction Rate

3.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

70.7%

29.2%

Dismissed 70.7% Convicted 29.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 7,206 public court records, Richmond County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	4,407	77.0%	22.9%
D Felony	2,017	61.2%	38.7%
B Misdemeanor	368	76.0%	24.0%
C Felony	144	24.2%	73.5%
E Felony	141	61.3%	38.7%
B Felony	129	32.3%	66.9%

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 Richmond County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	1,124	61.1%	38.5%
2020	919	70.0%	29.8%
2021	1,045	74.6%	25.4%
2022	1,244	75.0%	25.0%
2023	1,421	73.4%	26.6%
2024	1,438	69.9%	30.0%

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 Richmond County are handled at arraignment.

71.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

11.3%

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

79.9% of Assault cases
in Richmond County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

1,221 cases (80.4%)

Assault Harassment

211 cases (13.9%)

Assault Weapons Offense

38 cases (2.5%)

Assault Criminal Contempt

30 cases (2.0%)

Assault Other

19 cases (1.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Richmond County.

9.1%

Jail

3.6%

Probation

5.5%

State Prison

1.3%

Fine Only

2.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	2,760	69.6%	30.2%
White	2,042	70.8%	29.2%
Hispanic	1,983	70.4%	29.6%
Asian	322	80.0%	20.0%
Native American	42	81.0%	19.0%

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 7,206 cases in Richmond County, 70.7% are dismissed, 29.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Richmond County is 70.7%, based on 7,206 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Richmond County takes 3.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

71.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 11.3% 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 Richmond County is 29.2%, based on 7,206 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.

79.9% of Assault cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Richmond County has a 70.7% 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 Richmond County, 9.1% receive a jail sentence, 3.6% receive probation, and 5.5% 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: 77.0% dismissal rate, 22.9% conviction rate (4,407 cases). D Felony: 61.2% dismissal rate, 38.7% conviction rate (2,017 cases). B Misdemeanor: 76.0% dismissal rate, 24.0% conviction rate (368 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. 7,206 cases analyzed for Assault in Richmond County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com