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

The dismissal rate is 7.2%, based on 2727 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 Suffolk County?

The average case takes 11.2 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 Suffolk County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 7.5% dismissal rate (2295 cases). A-II Felony: 5.9% dismissal rate (196 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Sale in Suffolk County, NY — 7.2% Dismissed

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

Based on 2727 cases in Suffolk County, 7.2% are dismissed, 92.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 11.2 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Suffolk County is 92.1%, based on 2727 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

52.8% of Drug Sale cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

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

Suffolk County has a 7.2% 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 convictions in Suffolk County are exceptionally common compared to statewide patterns. With a 92.1% conviction rate and only a 7.2% dismissal rate—4.7 percentage points below the statewide average of 11.9%—defendants charged with drug sale face steep odds in this county. Of the roughly 2,700 cases over the period examined, very few resulted in acquittals, indicating that cases reaching trial typically end in conviction. The modest upward trend in dismissals from 2019 to 2024 suggests minimal shifts in how prosecutors and courts handle these charges locally.

More than half of drug sale charges get reduced before conviction, with 76% of those reductions dropping to simple drug possession rather than dismissal. Defendants released before trial split into two groups: about one-quarter receive release on their own recognizance, while half have bail set, with a median amount of $20,000. Those ultimately convicted face prison in roughly 39% of cases, jail time in 20%, and probation in 13%, with case resolution taking a median of 11 months from charge to disposition.

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

7.2%

Dismissal Rate

92.1%

Conviction Rate

11.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

92.1%

Dismissed 7.2% Convicted 92.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 2,727 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	2,295	7.5%	91.8%
A-II Felony	196	5.9%	93.4%
A-I Felony Non Reducible	153	6.9%	93.1%
A-I Felony Reducible	35	3.0%	97.0%
D Felony	29	4.3%	95.7%
C Felony	19	11.1%	88.9%

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 Suffolk County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	526	7.8%	91.2%
2020	362	8.9%	90.2%
2021	366	6.2%	93.5%
2022	445	5.4%	94.1%
2023	594	7.1%	92.6%
2024	433	8.5%	90.5%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

25.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

50.7%

Bail Set

1.2%

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

52.8% of Drug Sale cases
in Suffolk County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

695 cases (71.4%)

Drug Sale Disorderly Conduct

135 cases (13.9%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

82 cases (8.4%)

Drug Sale Drug Offense

43 cases (4.4%)

Drug Sale Other

18 cases (1.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

20.1%

Jail

13.1%

Probation

38.7%

State Prison

1.4%

Fine Only

4.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,515	7.7%	91.5%
White	614	5.2%	94.1%
Hispanic	580	8.3%	91.2%
Other	10	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 2,727 cases in Suffolk County, 7.2% are dismissed, 92.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 11.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Suffolk County is 7.2%, based on 2,727 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 Suffolk County takes 11.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

25.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 50.7% have bail set, and 1.2% 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 Suffolk County is 92.1%, based on 2,727 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.

52.8% of Drug Sale cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Suffolk County has a 7.2% 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 Suffolk County, 20.1% receive a jail sentence, 13.1% receive probation, and 38.7% 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: 7.5% dismissal rate, 91.8% conviction rate (2,295 cases). A-II Felony: 5.9% dismissal rate, 93.4% conviction rate (196 cases). A-I Felony Non Reducible: 6.9% dismissal rate, 93.1% conviction rate (153 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. 2,727 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com