What is the dismissal rate for DWI / DUI in Kings County?

The dismissal rate is 24.0%, based on 4658 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a DWI / DUI case take in Kings County?

The average case takes 9.2 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 DWI / DUI in Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. Unclassified Misdemeanor: 22.7% dismissal rate (3715 cases). E Felony: 31.6% dismissal rate (621 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

DWI / DUI in Kings County, NY — 24.0% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for DWI / DUI in Kings County?

Based on 4658 cases in Kings County, 24.0% are dismissed, 75.5% result in conviction, and 0.5% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.2 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for DWI / DUI in Kings County?

The conviction rate for DWI / DUI in Kings County is 75.5%, based on 4658 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are DWI / DUI charges reduced in Kings County?

14.0% of DWI / DUI cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

Q: How does Kings County compare to other counties for DWI / DUI?

Kings County has a 24.0% dismissal rate for DWI / DUI. Visit the DWI / DUI overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Kings County handles DWI cases far differently than the rest of the state. Defendants charged here face a dismissal rate of 24 percent—nearly five times higher than the statewide average of 5.1 percent. This 18.9 percentage point gap is significant across nearly 4,700 cases. Despite this higher dismissal rate, convictions still occur in 75.5 percent of cases that reach resolution. The trend is striking: dismissals in Kings County have climbed from 15.1 percent in 2019 to 43.8 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts have increasingly questioned or declined these charges in recent years.

Pretrial conditions in Kings County are exceptionally lenient. Nearly 94 percent of defendants are released without bail on their own recognizance, with only 1.4 percent having bail set and none remanded. When bail is imposed, the median amount is $3,500. Among convicted defendants, outcomes are predominantly financial: 86.2 percent receive fines as their sentence, while jail time appears in only 2.2 percent of convictions and prison in 0.2 percent. Additionally, 14 percent of DWI charges are reduced to lesser offenses, with traffic violations accounting for 57.2 percent of those reductions, suggesting prosecutorial discretion to lower the charge severity.

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

24.0%

Dismissal Rate

75.5%

Conviction Rate

9.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

24.0%

75.5%

Dismissed 24.0% Convicted 75.5% Acquitted 0.5%

Source: 4,658 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for DWI / DUI in Kings County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Unclassified Misdemeanor	3,715	22.7%	76.8%
E Felony	621	31.6%	68.2%
B Misdemeanor	156	25.0%	74.4%
D Felony	145	24.1%	75.2%
A Misdemeanor	21	30.0%	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 DWI / DUI outcomes in Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	1,236	15.1%	84.8%
2020	692	23.4%	76.4%
2021	732	15.5%	84.0%
2022	738	21.6%	77.8%
2023	755	36.7%	61.9%
2024	501	43.8%	56.0%

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 DWI / DUI in Kings County are handled at arraignment.

94.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

1.4%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$3,500

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

14.0% of DWI / DUI cases
in Kings County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

DWI / DUI Traffic Offense

267 cases (55.2%)

DWI / DUI Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

166 cases (34.3%)

DWI / DUI Disorderly Conduct

34 cases (7.0%)

DWI / DUI Other

13 cases (2.7%)

DWI / DUI Assault

4 cases (0.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for DWI / DUI convictions in Kings County.

2.2%

Jail

2.8%

Probation

0.2%

State Prison

86.2%

Fine Only

6.6%

Time Served

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Where you are in the process

Within 24 hours of arrest — In New York, you are typically arraigned within 24 hours. The judge will set bail conditions or release you.
First 2 weeks — Your attorney files motions and requests discovery. If bail was set, this is when you arrange payment or challenge conditions.
1-4 months — Pre-trial period. Negotiation between your attorney and the prosecutor. 14.0% of DWI cases in Kings County see the charge reduced during this phase.
9.2 months (average) — Typical time to resolution in Kings County. Some cases resolve faster, others take longer.

Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for DWI / DUI in Kings County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,790	24.3%	75.1%
Hispanic	1,787	25.1%	74.5%
White	779	21.9%	78.0%
Asian	235	21.4%	77.8%
Native American	16	31.2%	68.8%

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 4,658 cases in Kings County, 24.0% are dismissed, 75.5% result in conviction, and 0.5% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for DWI / DUI in Kings County is 24.0%, based on 4,658 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average DWI / DUI case in Kings County takes 9.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

94.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 1.4% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $3,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for DWI / DUI in Kings County is 75.5%, based on 4,658 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.

14.0% of DWI / DUI cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

Kings County has a 24.0% dismissal rate for DWI / DUI cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our DWI / DUI overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of DWI / DUI in Kings County, 2.2% receive a jail sentence, 2.8% receive probation, and 0.2% 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. Unclassified Misdemeanor: 22.7% dismissal rate, 76.8% conviction rate (3,715 cases). E Felony: 31.6% dismissal rate, 68.2% conviction rate (621 cases). B Misdemeanor: 25.0% dismissal rate, 74.4% conviction rate (156 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. 4,658 cases analyzed for DWI / DUI in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com