What is the dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Albany County?

The dismissal rate is 14.2%, based on 872 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Drug Sale case take in Albany County?

The average case takes 8.9 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 Drug Sale in Albany County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 13.6% dismissal rate (768 cases). A-II Felony: 17.5% dismissal rate (65 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Albany County, NY — 14.2% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Drug Sale in Albany County?

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Albany County is 85.6%, based on 872 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Drug Sale charges reduced in Albany County?

64.7% of Drug Sale cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Q: How does Albany County compare to other counties for Drug Sale?

Albany County has a 14.2% dismissal rate for Drug Sale. Visit the Drug Sale overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Drug sale convictions in Albany County occur at a high rate: 85.6 percent of the 872 cases resulted in conviction, compared to a statewide conviction rate of roughly 88 percent. Dismissals happen more frequently here than across the state, at 14.2 percent versus 11.9 percent statewide—a meaningful 2.3 percentage point difference. The trend is moving upward. Dismissal rates have more than doubled since 2019, climbing from 8.6 percent to 19 percent by 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are screening these cases more carefully in recent years. Cases take a median of 268 days to resolve.

Nearly half of defendants—46.8 percent—are held without bail before trial. Among those released, bail is set at a median of $10,000, while only 19.6 percent receive release on their own recognizance. When convictions occur, prison sentences dominate: 43.6 percent of convicted defendants receive prison time. Charge reductions are common in this jurisdiction, affecting nearly two-thirds of cases. The vast majority of reductions step down to drug possession rather than dismissal, suggesting prosecutors use negotiated pleas strategically in these cases.

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

14.2%

Dismissal Rate

85.6%

Conviction Rate

8.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

14.2%

85.6%

Dismissed 14.2% Convicted 85.6% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 872 public court records, Albany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Drug Sale in Albany County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	768	13.6%	86.2%
A-II Felony	65	17.5%	82.5%
A-I Felony Non Reducible	34	22.6%	77.4%

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 Drug Sale outcomes in Albany County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	185	8.6%	91.4%
2020	89	20.5%	79.5%
2021	124	7.6%	92.4%
2022	154	21.5%	78.5%
2023	152	10.1%	89.1%
2024	164	19.0%	81.0%

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 Drug Sale in Albany County are handled at arraignment.

19.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

15.6%

Bail Set

46.8%

Remanded

$10,000

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

64.7% of Drug Sale cases
in Albany County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

246 cases (63.1%)

Drug Sale Disorderly Conduct

81 cases (20.8%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

54 cases (13.8%)

Drug Sale DWI / DUI

5 cases (1.3%)

Drug Sale Marijuana Offense

4 cases (1.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Drug Sale convictions in Albany County.

12.4%

Jail

11.6%

Probation

43.6%

State Prison

6.8%

Fine Only

6.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	639	13.7%	86.1%
White	147	19.0%	81.0%
Hispanic	71	10.0%	90.0%
Other	12	0.0%	100.0%

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 872 cases in Albany County, 14.2% are dismissed, 85.6% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Albany County is 14.2%, based on 872 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Drug Sale case in Albany County takes 8.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

19.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 15.6% have bail set, and 46.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $10,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Albany County is 85.6%, based on 872 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.

64.7% of Drug Sale cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Albany County has a 14.2% dismissal rate for Drug Sale cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Drug Sale overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Drug Sale in Albany County, 12.4% receive a jail sentence, 11.6% receive probation, and 43.6% 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 Felony: 13.6% dismissal rate, 86.2% conviction rate (768 cases). A-II Felony: 17.5% dismissal rate, 82.5% conviction rate (65 cases). A-I Felony Non Reducible: 22.6% dismissal rate, 77.4% conviction rate (34 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. 872 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Albany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com