How long does a Drug Possession 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.

Drug Possession Court Statistics — New York County, New York

Q: What are the case outcomes for Drug Possession in New York County?

Based on 13680 cases in New York County, 42.9% are dismissed, 57.1% 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 Drug Possession in New York County?

The dismissal rate is 42.9%, based on 13680 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Drug Possession charges reduced in New York County?

70.3% of Drug Possession cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

According to 13,680 public court records, Drug Possession cases in New York County, New York have a 42.9% dismissal rate, a 57.1% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 6.0 months.

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: December 2024

42.9%

Dismissal Rate

57.1%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

42.9%

57.1%

Dismissed 42.9% Convicted 57.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 13,680 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Drug Possession in New York County are handled at arraignment.

23.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

9.5%

Bail Set

0.1%

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

70.3% of Drug Possession cases
in New York County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Possession Disorderly Conduct

2,112 cases (45.6%)

Drug Possession Other

1,342 cases (29.0%)

Drug Possession Petit Larceny

944 cases (20.4%)

Drug Possession Criminal Trespass

155 cases (3.3%)

Drug Possession Traffic Offense

76 cases (1.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Drug Possession convictions in New York County.

5.3%

Jail

0.4%

Probation

0.8%

State Prison

0.9%

Fine Only

63.5%

Time Served

Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Drug Possession 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	6,991	40.9%	59.1%
Hispanic	4,345	47.1%	52.9%
White	1,993	39.4%	60.6%
Asian	247	53.6%	46.4%
Native American	25	61.9%	38.1%

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 13,680 cases in New York County, 42.9% are dismissed, 57.1% 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 Drug Possession in New York County is 42.9%, based on 13,680 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Drug Possession 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.

23.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 9.5% have bail set, and 0.1% 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 Drug Possession in New York County is 57.1%, based on 13,680 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.

70.3% of Drug Possession 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 42.9% dismissal rate for Drug Possession cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Drug Possession overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Drug Possession in New York County, 5.3% receive a jail sentence, 0.4% receive probation, and 0.8% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 13,680 cases analyzed for Drug Possession in New York County. Last updated December 2024. — NewYorkCourtFile.com