What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Ulster County?

The dismissal rate is 27.9%, based on 398 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 Ulster County?

The average case takes 7.5 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 Ulster County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 40.4% dismissal rate (157 cases). D Felony: 13.0% dismissal rate (132 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Ulster County, NY — 27.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Ulster County is 70.9%, based on 398 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

53.3% of Assault cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Ulster County has a 27.9% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Ulster County, assault cases result in conviction in about seven of ten instances, slightly below the statewide dismissal rate of 29 percent. Over the past five years, dismissals have trended upward from 25 percent to 28.2 percent, suggesting prosecutors and courts are becoming more selective about which assault charges proceed to conviction. No acquittals were recorded in the 398 cases analyzed, meaning cases that don't end in conviction are being dismissed rather than defeated at trial. The median time from charge to resolution is 224 days, roughly seven months.

More than half of assault charges in Ulster County—53.3 percent—get reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly disorderly conduct and harassment. Most defendants are released before trial on their own recognizance (59.2 percent), while 17 percent have bail set at a median of $2,500. When conviction occurs, prison sentences are most common at 21.7 percent of cases, followed by probation at 10.2 percent. Only 6.7 percent of defendants are held without bail pending 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

27.9%

Dismissal Rate

70.9%

Conviction Rate

7.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

27.9%

70.9%

Dismissed 27.9% Convicted 70.9% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.2%

Source: 398 public court records, Ulster County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	157	40.4%	58.8%
D Felony	132	13.0%	85.2%
B Misdemeanor	43	54.1%	45.9%
B Felony	35	6.5%	90.3%
C Felony	16	0.0%	100.0%
E Felony	15	30.8%	69.2%

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 Ulster County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	47	25.0%	72.7%
2020	33	11.1%	88.9%
2021	58	19.2%	78.8%
2022	62	36.2%	63.8%
2023	108	34.0%	65.0%
2024	87	28.2%	70.4%

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 Ulster County are handled at arraignment.

59.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

17.0%

Bail Set

6.7%

Remanded

$2,500

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

53.3% of Assault cases
in Ulster County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Disorderly Conduct

57 cases (49.6%)

Assault Harassment

47 cases (40.9%)

Assault Weapons Offense

5 cases (4.3%)

Assault Burglary

4 cases (3.5%)

Assault Menacing

2 cases (1.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Ulster County.

8.6%

Jail

10.2%

Probation

21.7%

State Prison

9.4%

Fine Only

5.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	158	29.5%	70.5%
Black	157	26.4%	72.1%
Hispanic	73	28.8%	68.2%

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 398 cases in Ulster County, 27.9% are dismissed, 70.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Ulster County is 27.9%, based on 398 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Ulster County takes 7.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

59.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 17.0% have bail set, and 6.7% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Ulster County is 70.9%, based on 398 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.

53.3% of Assault cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Ulster County has a 27.9% 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 Ulster County, 8.6% receive a jail sentence, 10.2% receive probation, and 21.7% 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: 40.4% dismissal rate, 58.8% conviction rate (157 cases). D Felony: 13.0% dismissal rate, 85.2% conviction rate (132 cases). B Misdemeanor: 54.1% dismissal rate, 45.9% conviction rate (43 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. 398 cases analyzed for Assault in Ulster County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com