What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Rockland County?

The dismissal rate is 50.7%, based on 523 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 Rockland County?

The average case takes 7.9 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

Assault Court Statistics — Rockland County, New York

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Rockland County is 47.3%, based on 523 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

52.8% of Assault cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Rockland County has a 50.7% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

According to 523 public court records, Assault cases in Rockland County, New York have a 50.7% dismissal rate, a 47.3% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 7.9 months.

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: December 2024

50.7%

Dismissal Rate

47.3%

Conviction Rate

7.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

50.7%

47.3%

Dismissed 50.7% Convicted 47.3% Acquitted 1.0%

Source: 523 public court records, Rockland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Assault in Rockland County are handled at arraignment.

73.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

15.1%

Bail Set

4.6%

Remanded

$7,500

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

52.8% of Assault cases
in Rockland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

80 cases (69.6%)

Assault Harassment

24 cases (20.9%)

Assault DWI / DUI

6 cases (5.2%)

Assault Weapons Offense

3 cases (2.6%)

Assault Kidnapping

2 cases (1.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Rockland County.

17.0%

Jail

16.2%

Probation

11.1%

State Prison

24.7%

Fine Only

6.4%

Time Served

Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	272	55.2%	43.3%
Black	129	38.3%	58.3%
White	107	51.0%	47.1%

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 523 cases in Rockland County, 50.7% are dismissed, 47.3% result in conviction, and 1.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Rockland County is 50.7%, based on 523 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Rockland County takes 7.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

73.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 15.1% have bail set, and 4.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $7,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Rockland County is 47.3%, based on 523 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.

52.8% of Assault cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Rockland County has a 50.7% 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 Rockland County, 17.0% receive a jail sentence, 16.2% receive probation, and 11.1% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 523 cases analyzed for Assault in Rockland County. Last updated December 2024. — NewYorkCourtFile.com