Gambling charges in New York County are dismissed at a 75 percent rate, matching the statewide average almost exactly. Over the past five years, however, dismissals have trended sharply upward, rising from 61 percent in 2019 to 91 percent in 2023. The 25 percent conviction rate reflects how few gambling cases reach conviction, with no acquittals recorded in the 204 cases reviewed. Cases move relatively quickly to resolution, with a median time to disposition of 182 days.

Most gambling defendants are released before trial without bail, with 39 percent getting released on their own recognizance. When bail is set, amounts are minimal—a median of just $1. Notably, 88 percent of gambling charges are reduced to lower offenses, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 81 percent of reduction cases. Among the small number convicted, most receive sentences of time served rather than incarceration, with fines and probation less common outcomes. This pattern suggests gambling charges rarely proceed as filed and typically result in minimal court involvement.

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

75.0%
Dismissal Rate
25.0%
Conviction Rate
6.1 months
Avg Duration
75.0%
25.0%
Dismissed 75.0% Convicted 25.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 204 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor 190 75.8% 24.2%
E Felony 10 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.

How Gambling outcomes in New York County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2019 77 61.3% 38.7%
2020 21 81.0% 19.0%
2021 44 88.1% 11.9%
2022 31 77.4% 22.6%
2023 23 91.3% 8.7%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

How defendants charged with Gambling in New York County are handled at arraignment.

39.2%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
1.5%
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.

88.0% of Gambling cases
in New York County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Gambling Disorderly Conduct
35 cases (79.5%)
Gambling Other
7 cases (15.9%)
Gambling Theft of Services
1 cases (2.3%)
Gambling Official Misconduct
1 cases (2.3%)

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

2.0%
Probation
4.0%
Fine Only
64.0%
Time Served

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Case outcome rates by race for Gambling 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
Black 117 80.7% 19.3%
Hispanic 55 75.9% 24.1%
Asian 28 60.7% 39.3%

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.

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 204 cases in New York County, 75.0% are dismissed, 25.0% 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 Gambling in New York County is 75.0%, based on 204 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Gambling 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.
39.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 1.5% 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 Gambling in New York County is 25.0%, based on 204 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.
88.0% of Gambling 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 75.0% dismissal rate for Gambling cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Gambling 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. A Misdemeanor: 75.8% dismissal rate, 24.2% conviction rate (190 cases). E Felony: 50.0% dismissal rate, 50.0% conviction rate (10 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. 204 cases analyzed for Gambling in New York County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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