What is the dismissal rate for Homicide in Sullivan County?

The dismissal rate is 5.3%, based on 21 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 Sullivan County?

The average case takes 10.3 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

What are the pretrial release outcomes for Homicide in Sullivan County?

Pretrial release data is limited for this combination in our records.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Homicide in Sullivan County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Homicide in Sullivan County, NY — 5.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Homicide in Sullivan County is 94.7%, based on 21 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

16.7% of Homicide cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Weapons Offense.

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

Sullivan County has a 5.3% 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 Sullivan County result in conviction in nearly 95 percent of prosecutions, substantially higher than the statewide average of 92.1 percent. The county's dismissal rate of 5.3 percent runs 2.6 percentage points below the statewide average, indicating that prosecutors here pursue homicide charges more aggressively to resolution. Notably, no defendants have been acquitted, meaning convictions occur through guilty pleas or bench/jury verdicts, not acquittals. However, recent trends show movement in the opposite direction: dismissals increased from zero percent in 2021 to 12.5 percent in 2022, suggesting a shift in how cases are being resolved.

Pretrial conditions are substantially restrictive in Sullivan County homicide cases. Two-thirds of defendants are remanded without bail, while one-third have bail set. No defendants received release on recognizance. Among those convicted, 94.4 percent received prison sentences, with only 5.6 percent sentenced to jail. Charge reductions occur in roughly one of six cases, typically to weapons offenses, forgery, or assault charges in equal measure. These reductions represent the primary mechanism through which homicide charges are modified before sentencing.

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

5.3%

Dismissal Rate

94.7%

Conviction Rate

10.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

94.7%

Dismissed 5.3% Convicted 94.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 21 public court records, Sullivan County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Homicide outcomes in Sullivan County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	6	0.0%	100.0%
2022	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 Sullivan County are handled at arraignment.

0.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

33.3%

Bail Set

66.7%

Remanded

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

16.7% of Homicide cases
in Sullivan County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Homicide Weapons Offense

1 cases (33.3%)

Homicide Forgery

1 cases (33.3%)

Homicide Assault

1 cases (33.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Homicide convictions in Sullivan County.

5.6%

Jail

94.4%

State Prison

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	12	0.0%	100.0%

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 21 cases in Sullivan County, 5.3% are dismissed, 94.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Homicide in Sullivan County is 5.3%, based on 21 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Homicide case in Sullivan County takes 10.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

0.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 33.3% have bail set, and 66.7% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Homicide in Sullivan County is 94.7%, based on 21 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.

16.7% of Homicide cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Weapons Offense.

Sullivan County has a 5.3% 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 Sullivan County, 5.6% receive a jail sentence, and 94.4% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 21 cases analyzed for Homicide in Sullivan County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com