What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Sullivan County?

The dismissal rate is 19.6%, based on 116 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 Sullivan County?

The average case takes 8.5 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 Sullivan County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 10.4% dismissal rate (48 cases). A Misdemeanor: 29.3% dismissal rate (44 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Sullivan County, NY — 19.6% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Sullivan County is 78.6%, based on 116 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

48.9% of Assault cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Sullivan County has a 19.6% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Sullivan County, assault cases result in conviction 78.6% of the time, well above the statewide average conviction rate. The county's dismissal rate of 19.6% runs 9.4 percentage points below the statewide average of 29%, indicating that assault charges are pursued more aggressively here and rarely result in acquittal. Over the past five years, dismissal rates have trended upward from zero to 16%, suggesting prosecutors may be becoming somewhat more selective in which cases proceed to trial.

Nearly half of assault cases in Sullivan County see their charges reduced before resolution, with almost three-quarters of those reductions dropping to disorderly conduct. At pretrial, half of defendants are released on their own recognizance while 6.7% are remanded without bail. Among those convicted, sentences are distributed across multiple sanctions: 19.3% receive prison time, 18.2% are fined, 15.9% serve jail time already credited, and 14.8% receive jail sentences. The median time from charge to case resolution is 255.5 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

19.6%

Dismissal Rate

78.6%

Conviction Rate

8.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

19.6%

78.6%

Dismissed 19.6% Convicted 78.6% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.8%

Source: 116 public court records, Sullivan County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	48	10.4%	89.6%
A Misdemeanor	44	29.3%	65.9%
B Felony	11	9.1%	90.9%
B Misdemeanor	6	40.0%	60.0%

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 Sullivan County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	8	0.0%	100.0%
2021	5	0.0%	100.0%
2022	6	16.7%	83.3%
2023	41	33.3%	66.7%
2024	51	16.0%	80.0%

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 Sullivan County are handled at arraignment.

50.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

21.1%

Bail Set

6.7%

Remanded

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

48.9% of Assault cases
in Sullivan County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

28 cases (70.0%)

Assault Weapons Offense

5 cases (12.5%)

Assault Harassment

5 cases (12.5%)

Assault Other

1 cases (2.5%)

Assault Menacing

1 cases (2.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Sullivan County.

14.8%

Jail

6.8%

Probation

19.3%

State Prison

18.2%

Fine Only

15.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	43	20.0%	75.0%
Black	41	25.0%	75.0%
Hispanic	28	10.7%	89.3%

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 116 cases in Sullivan County, 19.6% are dismissed, 78.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Sullivan County is 19.6%, based on 116 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Sullivan County takes 8.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

50.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.1% have bail set, and 6.7% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Sullivan County is 78.6%, based on 116 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.

48.9% of Assault cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Sullivan County has a 19.6% 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 Sullivan County, 14.8% receive a jail sentence, 6.8% receive probation, and 19.3% 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. D Felony: 10.4% dismissal rate, 89.6% conviction rate (48 cases). A Misdemeanor: 29.3% dismissal rate, 65.9% conviction rate (44 cases). B Felony: 9.1% dismissal rate, 90.9% conviction rate (11 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. 116 cases analyzed for Assault in Sullivan County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com