How long does a Criminal Trespass case take in Queens County?

The average case takes 5.7 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 Queens County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 49.8% dismissal rate (2390 cases). A Misdemeanor: 72.6% dismissal rate (566 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Queens County, NY — 54.1% Dismissed

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

Based on 2962 cases in Queens County, 54.1% are dismissed, 45.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.7 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 54.1%, based on 2962 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 Queens County?

87.1% of Criminal Trespass cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal trespass cases in Queens County are dismissed at significantly higher rates than the statewide average, with 54.1% of cases dismissed compared to 41.0% statewide—a 13.1 percentage point gap. This higher dismissal rate reflects a strong upward trend over the past six years, climbing from 31.2% in 2019 to 75.2% in 2024. The remaining 45.9% of cases result in conviction, with no acquittals recorded, suggesting that cases proceeding to trial in Queens County tend to result in guilty verdicts. The median time from charge to case resolution is 171.5 days, providing a roughly six-month timeline for defendants navigating the system.

Defendants charged with criminal trespass in Queens County face minimal detention barriers at the pretrial stage, with 42.3% released on their own recognizance and just 0.2% remanded. When bail is set, the median amount is $125.50. Among the 87.1% of cases where charges are reduced, nearly all result in downgrade to disorderly conduct rather than dismissal. For those ultimately convicted, fines are the dominant sanction at 62.0% of sentences, while jail time occurs in only 3.9% of cases and prison sentences in 0.6%.

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

54.1%

Dismissal Rate

45.9%

Conviction Rate

5.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

54.1%

45.9%

Dismissed 54.1% Convicted 45.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 2,962 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	2,390	49.8%	50.2%
A Misdemeanor	566	72.6%	27.4%
D Felony	6	50.0%	50.0%

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 Criminal Trespass outcomes in Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	1,420	31.2%	68.8%
2020	350	66.3%	33.7%
2021	247	86.1%	13.9%
2022	266	76.3%	23.7%
2023	306	74.4%	25.6%
2024	335	75.2%	24.8%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

42.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

4.7%

Bail Set

0.2%

Remanded

$125

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

87.1% of Criminal Trespass cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

1,092 cases (93.8%)

Criminal Trespass Traffic Offense

57 cases (4.9%)

Criminal Trespass Burglary

7 cases (0.6%)

Criminal Trespass Petit Larceny

6 cases (0.5%)

Criminal Trespass Theft of Services

2 cases (0.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Trespass convictions in Queens County.

3.9%

Jail

0.6%

State Prison

62.0%

Fine Only

10.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	1,121	45.4%	54.6%
Black	1,000	64.2%	35.8%
Asian	488	52.5%	47.5%
White	311	57.1%	42.9%

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 2,962 cases in Queens County, 54.1% are dismissed, 45.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Trespass in Queens County is 54.1%, based on 2,962 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 Queens County takes 5.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 4.7% have bail set, and 0.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $125. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Trespass in Queens County is 45.9%, based on 2,962 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.

87.1% of Criminal Trespass cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Queens County has a 54.1% 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 Queens County, 3.9% receive a jail sentence, and 0.6% 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: 49.8% dismissal rate, 50.2% conviction rate (2,390 cases). A Misdemeanor: 72.6% dismissal rate, 27.4% conviction rate (566 cases). D Felony: 50.0% dismissal rate, 50.0% conviction rate (6 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. 2,962 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com