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.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Drug Sale in Rockland County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 20.4% dismissal rate (121 cases). A-II Felony: 21.1% dismissal rate (20 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Rockland County, NY — 19.0% Dismissed

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.

Drug sale cases in Rockland County result in conviction in 81% of cases, well above the statewide dismissal rate advantage. Rockland's 19% dismissal rate exceeds the statewide average of 11.9% by 7.1 percentage points, suggesting prosecutors or courts handle these charges somewhat more favorably toward defendants than typical across the state. However, the near-zero acquittal rate indicates that cases reaching trial rarely succeed on the merits. A notable trend strengthens this picture: dismissals have climbed from zero in 2019 to 33.3% by 2024, indicating a meaningful shift in how the county processes these charges over the past five years.

Charge reduction represents a significant pathway in Rockland County drug sale cases, with 55.7% of defendants seeing charges downgraded. The vast majority of reductions convert the sale charge to simple drug possession (60.3%), substantially lowering potential penalties. At pretrial, roughly half of defendants secure release on their own recognizance, though 23.5% face remand without bail. Among those convicted, probation dominates sentencing outcomes at 44.3%, while prison sentences occur in 18.3% of convictions, creating a split between community supervision and incarceration as primary penalties.

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

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

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	121	20.4%	79.6%
A-II Felony	20	21.1%	78.9%
D Felony	5	0.0%	100.0%
A-I Felony Non Reducible	5	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 Rockland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7	0.0%	100.0%
2020	26	8.3%	91.7%
2021	28	21.4%	78.6%
2022	25	0.0%	100.0%
2023	27	30.4%	69.6%
2024	38	33.3%	66.7%

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 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

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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.

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 20.4% dismissal rate, 79.6% conviction rate (121 cases). A-II Felony: 21.1% dismissal rate, 78.9% conviction rate (20 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (5 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. 151 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Rockland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com