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

The dismissal rate is 13.9%, based on 2237 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 Nassau County?

The average case takes 10.5 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 Nassau County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 12.7% dismissal rate (1685 cases). A-II Felony: 13.1% dismissal rate (259 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Nassau County, NY — 13.9% Dismissed

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

Based on 2237 cases in Nassau County, 13.9% are dismissed, 85.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.5 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Nassau County is 85.7%, based on 2237 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

77.2% of Drug Sale cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

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

Nassau County has a 13.9% 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 Nassau County result in conviction in about 86 percent of cases, slightly higher conviction pressure than the statewide average where dismissals occur at an 11.9 percent rate compared to Nassau's 13.9 percent. Over the past five years, dismissals have been declining, dropping from 12.3 percent in 2019 to 9.3 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors have strengthened cases or courts are less inclined to dismiss. Cases take an average of 10 months to resolve. No defendants were acquitted in the dataset, indicating that cases proceeding to trial in Nassau County overwhelmingly result in conviction.

About 77 percent of drug sale charges get reduced to a lesser offense, predominantly to simple drug possession in two-thirds of reductions. At bail hearings, nearly 18 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while 30 percent have bail set with a median amount of $20,000. When convicted, prison sentences are handed down in about 22 percent of cases, jail time in 20 percent, and probation in 17 percent. The high rate of charge reduction paired with substantial conviction rates suggests a system where many cases proceed through negotiated plea outcomes rather than contested trials.

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

13.9%

Dismissal Rate

85.7%

Conviction Rate

10.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

13.9%

85.7%

Dismissed 13.9% Convicted 85.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 2,237 public court records, Nassau County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	1,685	12.7%	86.8%
A-II Felony	259	13.1%	86.9%
D Felony	175	26.2%	73.3%
A-I Felony Non Reducible	91	12.6%	87.4%
A-I Felony Reducible	13	16.7%	83.3%
C Felony	12	20.0%	70.0%

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 Nassau County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	408	12.3%	87.4%
2020	239	14.3%	84.8%
2021	416	14.8%	84.5%
2022	529	13.4%	86.4%
2023	390	17.8%	81.4%
2024	254	9.3%	90.7%

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 Nassau County are handled at arraignment.

17.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

29.9%

Bail Set

0.8%

Remanded

$20,000

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

77.2% of Drug Sale cases
in Nassau County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

905 cases (66.0%)

Drug Sale Disorderly Conduct

383 cases (27.9%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

54 cases (3.9%)

Drug Sale Other

16 cases (1.2%)

Drug Sale Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

13 cases (0.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

19.6%

Jail

16.6%

Probation

21.9%

State Prison

7.8%

Fine Only

2.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,044	9.8%	90.0%
White	580	17.6%	82.2%
Hispanic	457	15.6%	83.1%
Asian	76	17.3%	82.7%
Other	73	27.8%	72.2%

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 2,237 cases in Nassau County, 13.9% are dismissed, 85.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Nassau County is 13.9%, based on 2,237 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 Nassau County takes 10.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

17.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 29.9% have bail set, and 0.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $20,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Nassau County is 85.7%, based on 2,237 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.

77.2% of Drug Sale cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Nassau County has a 13.9% 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 Nassau County, 19.6% receive a jail sentence, 16.6% receive probation, and 21.9% 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: 12.7% dismissal rate, 86.8% conviction rate (1,685 cases). A-II Felony: 13.1% dismissal rate, 86.9% conviction rate (259 cases). D Felony: 26.2% dismissal rate, 73.3% conviction rate (175 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. 2,237 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Nassau County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com