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

The dismissal rate is 32.6%, based on 1627 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 Monroe County?

The average case takes 9.3 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 Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 30.4% dismissal rate (1488 cases). A-I Felony Non Reducible: 59.4% dismissal rate (71 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Monroe County, NY — 32.6% Dismissed

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

Based on 1627 cases in Monroe County, 32.6% are dismissed, 65.0% result in conviction, and 2.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.3 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Monroe County is 65.0%, based on 1627 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

75.9% of Drug Sale cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

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

Monroe County has a 32.6% 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 Monroe County are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average, with 32.6% of charges dismissed compared to just 11.9% statewide. This 20.7 percentage point gap suggests Monroe County prosecutors handle these cases more conservatively than their counterparts elsewhere in the state. The conviction rate of 65.0% remains substantial, but the dismissal trend has moved upward over the past five years, rising from 23.4% in 2019 to 32.4% in 2024, indicating shifting case outcomes over time.

Charge reductions occur in nearly 76% of drug sale cases, with the vast majority reduced to drug possession rather than more serious charges. At pretrial, roughly one-third of defendants are remanded without bail, while another 31% have bail set at a median of $5,000. Among those convicted, prison sentences are the most common outcome at 33.7%, followed by probation at 22.0%. Jail time is imposed in under 19% of convictions, suggesting that while incarceration is a significant risk, alternatives to prison are frequently ordered.

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

32.6%

Dismissal Rate

65.0%

Conviction Rate

9.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

32.6%

65.0%

Dismissed 32.6% Convicted 65.0% Acquitted 2.2%

Source: 1,627 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	1,488	30.4%	67.2%
A-I Felony Non Reducible	71	59.4%	39.1%
A-II Felony	63	51.7%	45.0%

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 Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	402	23.4%	75.8%
2020	337	29.8%	68.2%
2021	228	37.7%	56.7%
2022	226	46.0%	50.0%
2023	230	35.3%	63.3%
2024	204	32.4%	65.9%

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 Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

15.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

30.0%

Bail Set

31.1%

Remanded

$5,000

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

75.9% of Drug Sale cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

488 cases (68.6%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

140 cases (19.7%)

Drug Sale Disorderly Conduct

62 cases (8.7%)

Drug Sale DWI / DUI

11 cases (1.5%)

Drug Sale Drug Offense

10 cases (1.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

18.9%

Jail

22.0%

Probation

33.7%

State Prison

0.8%

Fine Only

5.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,180	32.0%	65.0%
Hispanic	308	33.8%	65.1%
White	125	33.9%	66.1%

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 1,627 cases in Monroe County, 32.6% are dismissed, 65.0% result in conviction, and 2.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Monroe County is 32.6%, based on 1,627 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 Monroe County takes 9.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

15.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 30.0% have bail set, and 31.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Monroe County is 65.0%, based on 1,627 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.

75.9% of Drug Sale cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Monroe County has a 32.6% 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 Monroe County, 18.9% receive a jail sentence, 22.0% receive probation, and 33.7% 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: 30.4% dismissal rate, 67.2% conviction rate (1,488 cases). A-I Felony Non Reducible: 59.4% dismissal rate, 39.1% conviction rate (71 cases). A-II Felony: 51.7% dismissal rate, 45.0% conviction rate (63 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. 1,627 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com