What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Washington County?

The dismissal rate is 4.2%, based on 74 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 Washington County?

The average case takes 5.1 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 Washington County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 3.6% dismissal rate (30 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate (28 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Washington County, NY — 4.2% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Assault in Washington County is 94.4%, based on 74 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

55.2% of Assault cases in Washington County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

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

Washington County has a 4.2% 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 Washington County result in conviction at rates far exceeding statewide norms. The 94.4 percent conviction rate stands dramatically above the state average, while dismissals occur in just 4.2 percent of cases compared to 29 percent statewide. Over the 2021-2024 period, dismissals have trended upward from zero to 6.2 percent, suggesting modest shifts in how prosecutors or courts handle these charges, though the county remains conviction-heavy. No defendants were acquitted, meaning trial outcomes consistently favored the prosecution.

Most assault defendants received pretrial release, with 37.3 percent released on recognizance and 9.8 percent released on bail. More than half of assault charges—55.2 percent—were reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to Harassment (59.3 percent of reductions) or Disorderly Conduct (25.9 percent). Among convicted defendants, prison sentences were most common at 43.3 percent, followed by fines at 34.3 percent. Jail time was imposed in 13.4 percent of convictions, and probation appeared in 4.5 percent of cases. Cases resolved relatively quickly with a median of 154 days to disposition.

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

4.2%

Dismissal Rate

94.4%

Conviction Rate

5.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

94.4%

Dismissed 4.2% Convicted 94.4% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.4%

Source: 74 public court records, Washington County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	30	3.6%	92.9%
A Misdemeanor	28	0.0%	100.0%
B Felony	7	0.0%	100.0%

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 Washington County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	5	0.0%	100.0%
2023	31	3.4%	96.6%
2024	33	6.2%	90.6%

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 Washington County are handled at arraignment.

37.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

9.8%

Bail Set

2.0%

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

55.2% of Assault cases
in Washington County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

16 cases (51.6%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

7 cases (22.6%)

Assault Other

4 cases (12.9%)

Assault Reckless Endangerment

2 cases (6.5%)

Assault Official Misconduct

2 cases (6.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Washington County.

13.4%

Jail

4.5%

Probation

43.3%

State Prison

34.3%

Fine Only

1.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	58	5.4%	92.9%

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 74 cases in Washington County, 4.2% are dismissed, 94.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Washington County is 4.2%, based on 74 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Washington County takes 5.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

37.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 9.8% have bail set, and 2.0% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Assault in Washington County is 94.4%, based on 74 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.

55.2% of Assault cases in Washington County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Washington County has a 4.2% 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 Washington County, 13.4% receive a jail sentence, 4.5% receive probation, and 43.3% 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: 3.6% dismissal rate, 92.9% conviction rate (30 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (28 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (7 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. 74 cases analyzed for Assault in Washington County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com