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

The dismissal rate is 1.4%, based on 79 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 Madison County?

The average case takes 6.6 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 Madison County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 1.9% dismissal rate (58 cases). A-II Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (16 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Madison County, NY — 1.4% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Madison County is 98.6%, based on 79 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

62.9% of Drug Sale cases in Madison County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

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

Madison County has a 1.4% 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.

In Madison County, drug sale charges result in conviction in 98.6% of cases, compared to an 11.9% statewide dismissal rate. This 10.5 percentage-point gap reveals that Madison County prosecutes drug sale cases with near-absolute success, dismissing only one in 70 cases. Over the past six years, dismissals have remained at zero, indicating consistent conviction outcomes regardless of year. The median time to case resolution is 199 days, providing a relatively quick path to disposition.

The conviction rate reflects how frequently cases survive pretrial and trial stages, but charge reductions significantly reshape outcomes. Nearly 63% of drug sale cases are reduced before conviction, predominantly to drug possession (81% of reductions). This means defendants who might face a drug sale conviction often see their charge downgraded, which typically carries lighter penalties. For those convicted on any charge, sentencing splits between prison (48.6%), jail (21.4%), and probation (11.4%). Pretrial conditions vary widely: about half receive release on their own recognizance, while 30.5% are remanded without bail and 20.3% face bail averaging $10,000.

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

1.4%

Dismissal Rate

98.6%

Conviction Rate

6.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

98.6%

Dismissed 1.4% Convicted 98.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 79 public court records, Madison County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	58	1.9%	98.1%
A-II Felony	16	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 Madison County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	0.0%	100.0%
2021	14	0.0%	100.0%
2022	22	0.0%	100.0%
2023	20	0.0%	100.0%
2024	10	0.0%	100.0%

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 Madison County are handled at arraignment.

47.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

20.3%

Bail Set

30.5%

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

62.9% of Drug Sale cases
in Madison County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

34 cases (77.3%)

Drug Sale Drug Offense

7 cases (15.9%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

1 cases (2.3%)

Drug Sale Theft of Services

1 cases (2.3%)

Drug Sale Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (2.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

21.4%

Jail

11.4%

Probation

48.6%

State Prison

1.4%

Fine Only

1.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	66	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 79 cases in Madison County, 1.4% are dismissed, 98.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Madison County is 1.4%, based on 79 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 Madison County takes 6.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

47.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 20.3% have bail set, and 30.5% 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 Madison County is 98.6%, based on 79 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.

62.9% of Drug Sale cases in Madison County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Madison County has a 1.4% 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 Madison County, 21.4% receive a jail sentence, 11.4% receive probation, and 48.6% 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: 1.9% dismissal rate, 98.1% conviction rate (58 cases). A-II Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% 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. 79 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Madison County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com