What is the dismissal rate for Fraud in Suffolk County?

The dismissal rate is 22.5%, based on 98 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 Suffolk County?

The average case takes 7.3 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 Suffolk County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 20.3% dismissal rate (88 cases). A Misdemeanor: 44.4% dismissal rate (9 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Fraud in Suffolk County, NY — 22.5% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Fraud in Suffolk County is 77.5%, based on 98 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

89.9% of Fraud cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Suffolk County has a 22.5% 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 Suffolk County result in conviction in 77.5 percent of instances, slightly outpacing the statewide conviction rate of 75.1 percent. The county's dismissal rate of 22.5 percent runs 2.4 percentage points below the statewide average, suggesting prosecutors pursue fraud charges more aggressively here than elsewhere in the state. Over the past six years, dismissals have trended downward from 27.8 percent to 23.1 percent, indicating growing conviction momentum. No acquittals occurred in the 98 cases examined, meaning outcomes hinged entirely on dismissal or conviction.

Defendants in Suffolk County fraud cases experienced favorable pretrial conditions, with 89.5 percent released on recognizance and no one remanded. When bail was set, the median amount stood at $5,000. The most striking pattern involves charge reductions: nearly 90 percent of cases saw charges reduced before trial, predominantly to Disorderly Conduct in over 80 percent of those reductions. Among convicted defendants, sentences emphasized probation and fines rather than incarceration, with probation imposed in 5.8 percent and fines in 14.5 percent of convictions. Cases took a median of 218 days to resolve.

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

22.5%

Dismissal Rate

77.5%

Conviction Rate

7.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

22.5%

77.5%

Dismissed 22.5% Convicted 77.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 98 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	88	20.3%	79.7%
A Misdemeanor	9	44.4%	55.6%

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 Suffolk County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	19	27.8%	72.2%
2020	11	50.0%	50.0%
2021	18	17.6%	82.4%
2022	13	25.0%	75.0%
2023	20	0.0%	100.0%
2024	14	23.1%	76.9%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

89.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.3%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$5,000

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

89.9% of Fraud cases
in Suffolk County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Fraud Disorderly Conduct

46 cases (76.7%)

Fraud Tax Offense

6 cases (10.0%)

Fraud Official Misconduct

5 cases (8.3%)

Fraud Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

2 cases (3.3%)

Fraud Traffic Offense

1 cases (1.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Fraud convictions in Suffolk County.

5.8%

Probation

14.5%

Fine Only

1.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Fraud 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
White	47	16.7%	83.3%
Hispanic	35	28.1%	71.9%

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 98 cases in Suffolk County, 22.5% are dismissed, 77.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Fraud in Suffolk County is 22.5%, based on 98 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Fraud case in Suffolk County takes 7.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

89.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.3% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Fraud in Suffolk County is 77.5%, based on 98 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.

89.9% of Fraud cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Suffolk County has a 22.5% 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: 20.3% dismissal rate, 79.7% conviction rate (88 cases). A Misdemeanor: 44.4% dismissal rate, 55.6% conviction rate (9 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. 98 cases analyzed for Fraud in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com