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

The dismissal rate is 49.2%, based on 8026 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 Bronx County?

The average case takes 6.1 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 Bronx County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 51.1% dismissal rate (6882 cases). A-I Felony Non Reducible: 25.7% dismissal rate (587 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Bronx County, NY — 49.2% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Drug Sale in Bronx County?

Based on 8026 cases in Bronx County, 49.2% are dismissed, 50.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Bronx County is 50.7%, based on 8026 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

88.6% of Drug Sale cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Bronx County has a 49.2% 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 cases in Bronx County are dismissed at rates dramatically higher than the statewide average, with nearly half of all cases dismissed compared to just 12 percent statewide. Among the 8,026 cases tracked, the 49.2 percent dismissal rate substantially exceeds the conviction rate of 50.7 percent, creating a roughly balanced outcome where cases are nearly as likely to be dismissed as to result in conviction. This pattern has intensified over the past five years, with dismissals climbing from 35 percent in 2019 to 58 percent in 2024, suggesting shifting practices or case quality issues in how drug sale charges are being handled locally.

Charge reductions play a central role in case resolution. Nearly 89 percent of drug sale cases are reduced to lesser charges, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 64 percent of reduction cases. When convictions do occur, sentences are split between prison time averaging 9.5 years and smaller portions receiving jail, probation, or time-served outcomes. At pretrial, 63 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance, with bail set in 12 percent of cases at a median amount of $10,000, indicating most defendants avoid detention before trial.

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

49.2%

Dismissal Rate

50.7%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

49.2%

50.7%

Dismissed 49.2% Convicted 50.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 8,026 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	6,882	51.1%	48.8%
A-I Felony Non Reducible	587	25.7%	74.1%
A-II Felony	299	46.3%	53.7%
C Felony	149	58.9%	41.1%
D Felony	94	56.0%	44.0%
A-I Felony Reducible	11	0.0%	100.0%

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 Drug Sale outcomes in Bronx County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	1,950	34.6%	65.3%
2020	1,099	53.4%	46.5%
2021	1,208	47.7%	52.3%
2022	1,052	52.0%	48.0%
2023	1,181	58.8%	41.2%
2024	1,476	57.7%	42.3%

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 Bronx County are handled at arraignment.

63.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

12.3%

Bail Set

0.4%

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

88.6% of Drug Sale cases
in Bronx County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Disorderly Conduct

2,140 cases (62.0%)

Drug Sale Drug Possession

1,120 cases (32.5%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

100 cases (2.9%)

Drug Sale Other

48 cases (1.4%)

Drug Sale Traffic Offense

43 cases (1.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

5.4%

Jail

4.9%

Probation

9.5%

State Prison

1.2%

Fine Only

6.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	4,597	46.8%	53.2%
Black	3,159	52.9%	47.1%
White	201	40.9%	58.6%
Asian	42	61.0%	39.0%

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 8,026 cases in Bronx County, 49.2% are dismissed, 50.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Bronx County is 49.2%, based on 8,026 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 Bronx County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

63.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 12.3% have bail set, and 0.4% 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 Bronx County is 50.7%, based on 8,026 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.

88.6% of Drug Sale cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Bronx County has a 49.2% 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 Bronx County, 5.4% receive a jail sentence, 4.9% receive probation, and 9.5% 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: 51.1% dismissal rate, 48.8% conviction rate (6,882 cases). A-I Felony Non Reducible: 25.7% dismissal rate, 74.1% conviction rate (587 cases). A-II Felony: 46.3% dismissal rate, 53.7% conviction rate (299 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. 8,026 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com