What is the dismissal rate for Homicide in Suffolk County?

The dismissal rate is 3.0%, based on 104 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 Suffolk County?

The average case takes 1.7 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 Suffolk County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A-I Felony Reducible: 1.4% dismissal rate (74 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (14 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Homicide in Suffolk County, NY — 3.0% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Homicide in Suffolk County is 95.0%, based on 104 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

12.6% of Homicide cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Robbery.

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

Suffolk County has a 3.0% dismissal rate for Homicide. Visit the Homicide overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Suffolk County secures homicide convictions at exceptionally high rates. The 95% conviction rate dwarfs the statewide average, while the 3% dismissal rate falls nearly five percentage points below the state figure. Over 104 cases spanning 2019 to 2024, dismissals have remained consistently rare, indicating prosecutors maintain strong cases and courts rarely reject charges outright. The median case takes over 20 months to resolve, reflecting the complexity and severity typical of homicide prosecutions.

Pretrial conditions heavily favor detention. Nearly 86% of defendants are remanded without bail, while only 6% receive release on their own recognizance. When bail is set, the median amount is $50,000. Among the small fraction of cases where charges are reduced—12.6%—half drop to robbery, with the remainder split between reckless endangerment and assault. For those convicted, prison sentences dominate: 90.5% receive custody time, with the remaining defendants split between probation, jail, or time-served credit.

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

3.0%

Dismissal Rate

95.0%

Conviction Rate

1.7 years

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

95.0%

Dismissed 3.0% Convicted 95.0% Acquitted 1.0%

Source: 104 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A-I Felony Reducible	74	1.4%	97.1%
B Felony	14	0.0%	100.0%
C Felony	8	12.5%	75.0%

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 Suffolk County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	12.5%	87.5%
2020	23	4.5%	95.5%
2021	23	0.0%	100.0%
2022	21	0.0%	94.7%
2023	20	0.0%	95.0%
2024	8	12.5%	87.5%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

5.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.7%

Bail Set

85.5%

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

12.6% of Homicide cases
in Suffolk County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Homicide Robbery

4 cases (40.0%)

Homicide Reckless Endangerment

2 cases (20.0%)

Homicide Assault

2 cases (20.0%)

Homicide Other

1 cases (10.0%)

Homicide Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (10.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Homicide convictions in Suffolk County.

1.1%

Jail

4.2%

Probation

90.5%

State Prison

3.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Homicide 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
Black	41	5.0%	92.5%
Hispanic	36	0.0%	97.1%
White	25	4.3%	95.7%

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 104 cases in Suffolk County, 3.0% are dismissed, 95.0% result in conviction, and 1.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 1.7 years from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Homicide in Suffolk County is 3.0%, based on 104 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Homicide case in Suffolk County takes 1.7 years. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

5.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.7% have bail set, and 85.5% 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 Suffolk County is 95.0%, based on 104 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.

12.6% of Homicide cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Robbery.

Suffolk County has a 3.0% 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 Suffolk County, 1.1% receive a jail sentence, 4.2% receive probation, and 90.5% 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. A-I Felony Reducible: 1.4% dismissal rate, 97.1% conviction rate (74 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (14 cases). C Felony: 12.5% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (8 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. 104 cases analyzed for Homicide in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com