What is the dismissal rate for Fraud in New York County?

The dismissal rate is 37.6%, based on 94 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 New York County?

The average case takes 6.1 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 New York County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 35.7% dismissal rate (56 cases). A Misdemeanor: 38.7% dismissal rate (32 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Fraud in New York County, NY — 37.6% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Fraud in New York County is 62.4%, based on 94 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Fraud charges reduced in New York County?

51.7% of Fraud cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

New York County has a 37.6% dismissal rate for Fraud. Visit the Fraud overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Fraud cases in New York County are dismissed at significantly higher rates than statewide averages, with 37.6% dismissed compared to just 24.9% statewide—a gap of 12.7 percentage points. This 62.4% conviction rate suggests that fraud charges here face stronger scrutiny before trial, and the trend is moving further in defendants' favor: dismissal rates have climbed from 38.5% in 2019 to 44.4% in 2024. Over the 94 cases tracked, no acquittals occurred, meaning convictions happened only through guilty pleas or bench verdicts, not jury findings.

More than half of fraud cases—51.7%—see charges reduced before resolution, most commonly to Disorderly Conduct (73% of all reductions). Defendants released pretrial often do so on their own recognizance (45.2%), with minimal bail set. When fraud convictions do occur, jail sentences are rare (3.4%), and the largest group—20.7%—serves time already spent detained awaiting trial. Probation and fines are the more typical outcomes, affecting 5.2% and 8.6% of convicted defendants respectively. Cases resolve in a median of 183 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

37.6%

Dismissal Rate

62.4%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

37.6%

62.4%

Dismissed 37.6% Convicted 62.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 94 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	56	35.7%	64.3%
A Misdemeanor	32	38.7%	61.3%
D Felony	5	40.0%	60.0%

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 New York County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	26	38.5%	61.5%
2020	5	40.0%	60.0%
2021	18	27.8%	72.2%
2022	17	47.1%	52.9%
2023	19	33.3%	66.7%
2024	9	44.4%	55.6%

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 New York County are handled at arraignment.

45.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

1.4%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$1

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

51.7% of Fraud cases
in New York County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Fraud Disorderly Conduct

19 cases (67.9%)

Fraud Other

5 cases (17.9%)

Fraud Official Misconduct

2 cases (7.1%)

Fraud Tax Offense

1 cases (3.6%)

Fraud Obstruction

1 cases (3.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in New York County.

3.4%

Jail

5.2%

Probation

8.6%

Fine Only

20.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	35	51.4%	48.6%
Black	25	29.2%	70.8%
White	24	33.3%	66.7%

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 94 cases in New York County, 37.6% are dismissed, 62.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Fraud in New York County is 37.6%, based on 94 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Fraud case in New York County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

45.2% 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 $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Fraud in New York County is 62.4%, based on 94 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.

51.7% of Fraud cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

New York County has a 37.6% 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 New York County, 3.4% receive a jail sentence, 5.2% receive probation. 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: 35.7% dismissal rate, 64.3% conviction rate (56 cases). A Misdemeanor: 38.7% dismissal rate, 61.3% conviction rate (32 cases). D Felony: 40.0% dismissal rate, 60.0% 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. 94 cases analyzed for Fraud in New York County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com