Home / Charges / Gambling

Gambling in New York

Outcomes across 6 counties · DCJS Pretrial Release Data

Based on 1,290 public court records, Gambling cases across 6 New York counties have a 79.4% average dismissal rate and a 20.6% average conviction rate. Outcomes vary significantly by county — browse the data below to compare.

Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Rates vary across counties. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: March 2026

Select Your County

Outcomes vary significantly by county. Type your county below to find it quickly.

6 counties

Comparison by County

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate Avg Duration
Kings 522 86.4% 13.6% 6.0 months
Queens 259 62.9% 37.1% 6.0 months
Bronx 210 89.5% 10.5% 6.0 months
New York 204 75.0% 25.0% 6.1 months
Nassau 62 83.9% 16.1% 6.7 months
Suffolk 33 53.1% 46.9% 6.7 months

Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Gambling across New York.

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor 1,145 80.6% 19.4%
E Felony 166 67.9% 32.1%

Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest. Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining patterns. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Gambling outcomes across New York have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2019 428 72.2% 27.8%
2020 105 68.6% 31.4%
2021 185 91.8% 8.2%
2022 157 88.2% 11.8%
2023 202 82.2% 17.8%
2024 185 77.0% 23.0%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Statewide figures are weighted averages across all counties.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Cases analyzed across 6 counties. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results.

Bronx County has the highest dismissal rate for Gambling at 89.5%. Use the comparison table above to see how all New York counties compare for dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines.
Gambling cases were filed across 6 New York counties based on DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Click on any county above to see detailed statistics for that court.
The conviction rate for Gambling varies by county across New York. Rates differ based on local prosecutorial practices, plea bargaining customs, and court caseloads. Use the comparison table above to see how each county differs. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 80.6% dismissal rate, 19.4% conviction rate (1,145 cases). E Felony: 67.9% dismissal rate, 32.1% conviction rate (166 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns due to prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining dynamics.

Next Step

Facing a Gambling charge? An attorney who handles these cases can walk you through your options.

Talk to a New York Attorney — Free Free · No obligation · Confidential