What is the dismissal rate for Fraud in Kings County?

The dismissal rate is 50.7%, based on 71 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Fraud case take in Kings County?

The average case takes 6.0 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 Fraud in Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 52.5% dismissal rate (40 cases). A Misdemeanor: 42.1% dismissal rate (19 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Fraud in Kings County, NY — 50.7% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Fraud in Kings County?

The conviction rate for Fraud in Kings County is 49.3%, based on 71 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Fraud charges reduced in Kings County?

94.3% of Fraud cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Kings County compare to other counties for Fraud?

Kings County has a 50.7% dismissal rate for Fraud. Visit the Fraud overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Fraud cases in Kings County are dismissed at dramatically higher rates than the statewide average, with 50.7% of defendants having charges dropped compared to just 24.9% statewide—a 25.8 percentage point gap. Among the 71 cases analyzed, dismissals and convictions occur in near-equal measure, and notably, no acquittals were recorded, suggesting most cases resolve before trial. The trend is moving further in this direction: dismissal rates climbed from 42.1% in 2019 to 58.8% in 2024, indicating prosecutors or courts are increasingly filtering out fraud charges. Cases take roughly six months to resolve.

Nearly all fraud defendants—94.3%—see their charges reduced rather than proceed as charged. Most commonly, fraud charges drop to disorderly conduct (64.3% of reductions), with others reduced to traffic offenses. At sentencing, convicted defendants face fines more often than jail time, with 28.6% receiving fines and 25.7% serving time. Most defendants secure pretrial release without bail, with 64.8% released on their own recognizance and only 2.8% having bail set, typically around $10,250.

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

50.7%

Dismissal Rate

49.3%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

50.7%

49.3%

Dismissed 50.7% Convicted 49.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 71 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Fraud in Kings County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	40	52.5%	47.5%
A Misdemeanor	19	42.1%	57.9%
D Felony	12	58.3%	41.7%

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 Fraud outcomes in Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	19	42.1%	57.9%
2020	6	50.0%	50.0%
2021	9	88.9%	11.1%
2022	6	50.0%	50.0%
2023	14	28.6%	71.4%
2024	17	58.8%	41.2%

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 Fraud in Kings County are handled at arraignment.

64.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

2.8%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$10,250

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

94.3% of Fraud cases
in Kings County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Fraud Disorderly Conduct

18 cases (60.0%)

Fraud Traffic Offense

8 cases (26.7%)

Fraud Other

2 cases (6.7%)

Fraud Tax Offense

1 cases (3.3%)

Fraud Petit Larceny

1 cases (3.3%)

94.3% of Fraud cases in Kings County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Fraud 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	42	59.5%	40.5%
Hispanic	17	47.1%	52.9%

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 71 cases in Kings County, 50.7% are dismissed, 49.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Fraud in Kings County is 50.7%, based on 71 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Fraud case in Kings County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

64.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 2.8% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $10,250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Fraud in Kings County is 49.3%, based on 71 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.

94.3% of Fraud cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Kings County has a 50.7% dismissal rate for Fraud cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Fraud overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

Sentencing data varies by case. Consult a licensed attorney for information about potential penalties for your specific situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 52.5% dismissal rate, 47.5% conviction rate (40 cases). A Misdemeanor: 42.1% dismissal rate, 57.9% conviction rate (19 cases). D Felony: 58.3% dismissal rate, 41.7% conviction rate (12 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. 71 cases analyzed for Fraud in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com