How long does a Criminal Trespass case take in New York County?

The average case takes 6.0 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 Criminal Trespass in New York County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 69.6% dismissal rate (1698 cases). A Misdemeanor: 68.4% dismissal rate (862 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in New York County, NY — 69.1% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Criminal Trespass in New York County?

Based on 2568 cases in New York County, 69.1% are dismissed, 30.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in New York County?

The dismissal rate is 69.1%, based on 2568 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Criminal Trespass charges reduced in New York County?

59.3% of Criminal Trespass cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal trespass cases in New York County are dismissed at a rate of 69.1 percent, significantly higher than the statewide average of 41 percent—a 28-point gap that reflects how this county handles the charge. With 2,568 cases in the dataset, this pattern is consistent and substantial. The dismissal rate has also been trending upward, rising from 62.1 percent in 2019 to 71.4 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are increasingly filtering out these cases before conviction. Only 30.9 percent of defendants are convicted, and no acquittals were recorded, indicating most cases never reach trial.

Among those prosecuted to resolution, charge reductions are common: 59.3 percent of cases see the trespass charge reduced to something lower, predominantly disorderly conduct (72 percent of all reductions). When conviction does occur, incarceration is rare—68.5 percent of convicted defendants serve only time already spent in jail awaiting trial, while 5.8 percent receive jail sentences and less than 1 percent receives prison time. Bail is set in only 6.9 percent of cases, and most defendants (28.2 percent) are released on their own recognizance, suggesting the courts view trespass charges as low-risk pretrial.

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

69.1%

Dismissal Rate

30.9%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

69.1%

30.9%

Dismissed 69.1% Convicted 30.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 2,568 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Criminal Trespass in New York County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	1,698	69.6%	30.4%
A Misdemeanor	862	68.4%	31.6%
D Felony	7	28.6%	71.4%

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 Criminal Trespass outcomes in New York County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	825	62.1%	37.9%
2020	342	67.3%	32.7%
2021	371	75.7%	24.3%
2022	331	72.3%	27.7%
2023	313	75.0%	25.0%
2024	252	71.4%	28.6%

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 Criminal Trespass in New York County are handled at arraignment.

28.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.9%

Bail Set

0.2%

Remanded

$1

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

59.3% of Criminal Trespass cases
in New York County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

293 cases (69.9%)

Criminal Trespass Other

100 cases (23.9%)

Criminal Trespass Burglary

14 cases (3.3%)

Criminal Trespass Petit Larceny

8 cases (1.9%)

Criminal Trespass Theft of Services

4 cases (1.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Trespass convictions in New York County.

5.8%

Jail

0.9%

State Prison

68.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,285	66.3%	33.7%
Hispanic	753	70.2%	29.8%
White	453	73.3%	26.7%
Asian	60	81.4%	18.6%

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 2,568 cases in New York County, 69.1% are dismissed, 30.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in New York County is 69.1%, based on 2,568 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Criminal Trespass case in New York County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

28.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.9% have bail set, and 0.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Trespass in New York County is 30.9%, based on 2,568 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.

59.3% of Criminal Trespass cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

New York County has a 69.1% dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Criminal Trespass overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Criminal Trespass in New York County, 5.8% receive a jail sentence, and 0.9% 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. B Misdemeanor: 69.6% dismissal rate, 30.4% conviction rate (1,698 cases). A Misdemeanor: 68.4% dismissal rate, 31.6% conviction rate (862 cases). D Felony: 28.6% dismissal rate, 71.4% 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. 2,568 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in New York County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com