What is the dismissal rate for Homicide in Bronx County?

The dismissal rate is 30.3%, based on 923 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Homicide case take in Bronx County?

The average case takes 1.6 years 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 Homicide in Bronx County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 37.0% dismissal rate (572 cases). A-I Felony Reducible: 19.2% dismissal rate (307 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Homicide in Bronx County, NY — 30.3% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Homicide in Bronx County?

The conviction rate for Homicide in Bronx County is 66.7%, based on 923 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Homicide charges reduced in Bronx County?

58.8% of Homicide cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Weapons Offense.

Q: How does Bronx County compare to other counties for Homicide?

Bronx County has a 30.3% dismissal rate for Homicide. Visit the Homicide overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Homicide cases in Bronx County are dismissed at a sharply elevated rate compared to statewide patterns. The county's 30.3% dismissal rate runs nearly three times higher than the statewide average of 7.9%, a difference of 22.4 percentage points. Among 923 cases, two-thirds result in conviction while fewer than 2% end in acquittal. The trend has shifted significantly upward—dismissals have climbed from 21.8% in 2019 to 63.8% in 2024. This five-year trajectory suggests changing prosecution outcomes, case screening practices, or evidentiary challenges that increasingly resolve cases before trial.

Pretrial conditions are restrictive: more than one-third of defendants are remanded without bail, while about half face bail set at a median of $50,000. When dismissals do not occur and conviction follows, prison sentences dominate, imposed in 77% of cases. Charge reductions are common—nearly 59% of cases see the original homicide charge reduced, overwhelmingly to weapons or assault charges. This pattern indicates that while homicide charges are filed frequently in Bronx County, they often resolve through downgraded charges rather than full conviction, with the disposition timeline averaging just under 19 months.

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

30.3%

Dismissal Rate

66.7%

Conviction Rate

1.6 years

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

30.3%

66.7%

Dismissed 30.3% Convicted 66.7% Acquitted 1.8% YO Adjudication 1.1%

Source: 923 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Homicide in Bronx County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	572	37.0%	61.5%
A-I Felony Reducible	307	19.2%	75.7%
A-I Felony Non Reducible	20	10.5%	73.7%
C Felony	14	21.4%	78.6%
A Misdemeanor	6	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 Homicide outcomes in Bronx County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	124	21.8%	74.8%
2020	169	28.8%	67.5%
2021	200	20.5%	74.9%
2022	211	31.0%	66.5%
2023	147	35.8%	64.2%
2024	71	63.8%	33.3%

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 Homicide in Bronx County are handled at arraignment.

3.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

52.6%

Bail Set

36.9%

Remanded

$50,000

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

58.8% of Homicide cases
in Bronx County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Homicide Weapons Offense

167 cases (51.7%)

Homicide Assault

137 cases (42.4%)

Homicide Other

8 cases (2.5%)

Homicide Disorderly Conduct

6 cases (1.9%)

Homicide Reckless Endangerment

5 cases (1.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Homicide convictions in Bronx County.

7.3%

Jail

6.8%

Probation

77.0%

State Prison

0.5%

Fine Only

1.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	514	29.8%	66.1%
Hispanic	385	31.0%	67.4%
White	12	16.7%	83.3%

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.

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 923 cases in Bronx County, 30.3% are dismissed, 66.7% result in conviction, and 1.8% end in acquittal. The average case takes 1.6 years from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Homicide in Bronx County is 30.3%, based on 923 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Homicide case in Bronx County takes 1.6 years. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

3.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 52.6% have bail set, and 36.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $50,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Homicide in Bronx County is 66.7%, based on 923 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.

58.8% of Homicide cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Weapons Offense.

Bronx County has a 30.3% dismissal rate for Homicide cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Homicide overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Homicide in Bronx County, 7.3% receive a jail sentence, 6.8% receive probation, and 77.0% 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. B Felony: 37.0% dismissal rate, 61.5% conviction rate (572 cases). A-I Felony Reducible: 19.2% dismissal rate, 75.7% conviction rate (307 cases). A-I Felony Non Reducible: 10.5% dismissal rate, 73.7% conviction rate (20 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. 923 cases analyzed for Homicide in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com