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

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 81.8% dismissal rate (20 cases). A Misdemeanor: 68.8% dismissal rate (16 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Trespass in Rockland County, NY — 74.1% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 74.1%, based on 36 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 Rockland County?

57.1% of Criminal Trespass cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal trespass cases in Rockland County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average, with 74.1 percent of defendants having charges dropped compared to 41.0 percent statewide—a 33-point gap. This suggests that Rockland prosecutors or courts are handling trespass cases more leniently than the rest of the state, or that many cases fail evidentiary standards early. No defendants were acquitted, indicating cases rarely proceed to trial. The trend shows a slight decline in dismissals from 80.0 percent in 2023 to 78.6 percent in 2024, though the rate remains well above state norms.

Among defendants who avoid dismissal, most are released pretrial without bail conditions: 60.6 percent received release on recognizance while only 6.1 percent had bail set. The majority of cases are reduced to less serious charges rather than prosecuted as trespass—57.1 percent saw reductions, with half moving to disorderly conduct. For the 25.9 percent convicted as charged, fines are the dominant sentence at 57.1 percent, while jail and probation each occur in 14.3 percent of convictions. Cases take roughly six months from charge to resolution.

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

74.1%

Dismissal Rate

25.9%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

74.1%

25.9%

Dismissed 74.1% Convicted 25.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 36 public court records, Rockland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	20	81.8%	18.2%
A Misdemeanor	16	68.8%	31.2%

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 Criminal Trespass outcomes in Rockland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	14	80.0%	20.0%
2024	19	78.6%	21.4%

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 Criminal Trespass in Rockland County are handled at arraignment.

60.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.1%

Bail Set

0.0%

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

57.1% of Criminal Trespass cases
in Rockland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Trespass Disorderly Conduct

2 cases (50.0%)

Criminal Trespass Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (25.0%)

Criminal Trespass Criminal Contempt

1 cases (25.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

14.3%

Jail

14.3%

Probation

57.1%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	17	68.8%	31.2%
White	14	75.0%	25.0%

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 36 cases in Rockland County, 74.1% are dismissed, 25.9% 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 Rockland County is 74.1%, based on 36 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 Rockland County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

60.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.1% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Trespass in Rockland County is 25.9%, based on 36 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.

57.1% of Criminal Trespass cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Rockland County has a 74.1% 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 Rockland County, 14.3% receive a jail sentence, 14.3% receive probation. 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: 81.8% dismissal rate, 18.2% conviction rate (20 cases). A Misdemeanor: 68.8% dismissal rate, 31.2% conviction rate (16 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. 36 cases analyzed for Criminal Trespass in Rockland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com