Homicide in Ulster County
28 cases · Ulster County Courts · DCJS Data
Homicide cases in Ulster County result in conviction in nearly 9 out of 10 instances, significantly outpacing the statewide dismissal rate. Over the 2020-2023 period, Ulster County recorded zero dismissals across 28 homicide cases, compared to a statewide dismissal rate of 7.9 percent. The 11.1 percent acquittal rate represents the only path to non-conviction in this county. This pattern suggests homicide prosecutions in Ulster County proceed through trial at notably higher rates than elsewhere in the state, with cases that reach adjudication predominantly resulting in guilty verdicts.
Pretrial detention heavily shapes homicide proceedings here: over 80 percent of defendants are remanded without bail, while just 9.1 percent each receive release on their own recognizance or bail. Among convicted defendants, 91.7 percent receive prison sentences rather than probation. Charge reductions occur in roughly one-sixth of cases, with half reduced to burglary and the remainder split between weapons and assault charges. The median timeline to disposition spans approximately 16 months, reflecting the complexity typical of homicide cases.
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 28 public court records, Ulster County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Homicide outcomes in Ulster County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 8 | 0.0% | 87.5% |
| 2022 | 7 | 0.0% | 71.4% |
| 2023 | 9 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
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 Ulster County are handled at arraignment.
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
in Ulster County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Homicide convictions in Ulster County.
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Case outcome rates by race for Homicide in Ulster County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 15 | 0.0% | 80.0% |
| White | 11 | 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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 28 cases analyzed for Homicide in Ulster County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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