What is the dismissal rate for Fraud in Nassau County?

The dismissal rate is 28.6%, based on 93 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 Nassau County?

The average case takes 5.5 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 Nassau County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 26.2% dismissal rate (81 cases). A Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate (11 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Fraud in Nassau County, NY — 28.6% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Fraud in Nassau County is 71.4%, based on 93 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

84.6% of Fraud cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Nassau County has a 28.6% dismissal rate for Fraud. Visit the Fraud overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Fraud defendants in Nassau County face a 71.4% conviction rate, notably higher than the statewide average of 75.1%, but they experience dismissals at a rate 3.7 percentage points above the statewide average. This suggests Nassau County prosecutors are slightly more willing to drop fraud cases than their counterparts elsewhere, though convictions remain the dominant outcome. The dismissal rate has been climbing since 2019, rising from 7.4% to 14.3%, indicating a meaningful shift in how these cases are resolved over the past five years.

Most defendants charged with fraud in Nassau County are released before trial, with 78.9% receiving release on their own recognizance and only 1.1% remanded to jail. When bail is set, the median amount is $625. Strikingly, 84.6% of fraud charges are reduced, predominantly to disorderly conduct, which accounts for 92.2% of all reductions. When convictions occur, fines are the most common outcome at 46.2%, while prison sentences are rare at 1.5%. Cases typically resolve within 165 days.

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

28.6%

Dismissal Rate

71.4%

Conviction Rate

5.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

28.6%

71.4%

Dismissed 28.6% Convicted 71.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 93 public court records, Nassau County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	81	26.2%	73.8%
A Misdemeanor	11	50.0%	50.0%

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 Fraud outcomes in Nassau County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	27	7.4%	92.6%
2020	13	50.0%	50.0%
2021	22	57.1%	42.9%
2022	12	33.3%	66.7%
2023	8	12.5%	87.5%
2024	7	14.3%	85.7%

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 Fraud in Nassau County are handled at arraignment.

78.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

4.4%

Bail Set

1.1%

Remanded

$625

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

84.6% of Fraud cases
in Nassau County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Fraud Disorderly Conduct

47 cases (88.7%)

Fraud Petit Larceny

2 cases (3.8%)

Fraud Aggravated Harassment

2 cases (3.8%)

Fraud Traffic Offense

1 cases (1.9%)

Fraud Identity Theft

1 cases (1.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in Nassau County.

6.2%

Jail

7.7%

Probation

1.5%

State Prison

46.2%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	29	34.5%	65.5%
Black	28	7.4%	92.6%
White	19	27.8%	72.2%
Asian	11	63.6%	36.4%

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 93 cases in Nassau County, 28.6% are dismissed, 71.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Fraud in Nassau County is 28.6%, based on 93 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Fraud case in Nassau County takes 5.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

78.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 4.4% have bail set, and 1.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $625. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Fraud in Nassau County is 71.4%, based on 93 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.

84.6% of Fraud cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Nassau County has a 28.6% 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.

For those convicted of Fraud in Nassau County, 6.2% receive a jail sentence, 7.7% receive probation, and 1.5% 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. E Felony: 26.2% dismissal rate, 73.8% conviction rate (81 cases). A Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate, 50.0% conviction rate (11 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. 93 cases analyzed for Fraud in Nassau County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com