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

The dismissal rate is 19.0%, based on 151 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 Rockland County?

The average case takes 10.7 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

Drug Sale Court Statistics — Rockland County, New York

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Rockland County is 81.0%, based on 151 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

55.7% of Drug Sale cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

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

Rockland County has a 19.0% 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.

According to 151 public court records, Drug Sale cases in Rockland County, New York have a 19.0% dismissal rate, a 81.0% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 10.7 months.

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: December 2024

19.0%

Dismissal Rate

81.0%

Conviction Rate

10.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

19.0%

81.0%

Dismissed 19.0% Convicted 81.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 151 public court records, Rockland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Drug Sale in Rockland County are handled at arraignment.

49.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

13.7%

Bail Set

23.5%

Remanded

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

55.7% of Drug Sale cases
in Rockland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

35 cases (56.5%)

Drug Sale Disorderly Conduct

18 cases (29.0%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

5 cases (8.1%)

Drug Sale DWI / DUI

2 cases (3.2%)

Drug Sale Burglary

2 cases (3.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

13.9%

Jail

44.3%

Probation

18.3%

State Prison

13.0%

Fine Only

1.7%

Time Served

Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	56	19.6%	80.4%
Black	51	22.2%	77.8%
White	43	15.0%	85.0%

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 151 cases in Rockland County, 19.0% are dismissed, 81.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Rockland County is 19.0%, based on 151 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 Rockland County takes 10.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

49.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 13.7% have bail set, and 23.5% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Rockland County is 81.0%, based on 151 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.

55.7% of Drug Sale cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Rockland County has a 19.0% 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 Rockland County, 13.9% receive a jail sentence, 44.3% receive probation, and 18.3% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 151 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Rockland County. Last updated December 2024. — NewYorkCourtFile.com