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Marijuana Offense in New York

Outcomes across 18 counties · DCJS Pretrial Release Data

Marijuana Offense cases across 18 New York counties show significant variation in dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines. Browse the data below to compare outcomes by county.

Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Rates vary across counties. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: December 2024

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18 counties

Comparison by County

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate Avg Duration
Bronx 1,593 75.1% 24.9% 6.1 months
Nassau 1,275 90.0% 10.0% 6.1 months
Suffolk 1,158 68.2% 31.7% 6.1 months
Kings 932 72.9% 27.1% 6.1 months
Queens 798 53.2% 46.8% 6.1 months
New York 560 62.2% 37.8% 6.0 months
Westchester 256 35.7% 64.3% 7.1 months
Erie 200 67.0% 32.5% 6.1 months
Richmond 138 61.0% 39.0% 6.1 months
Albany 136 24.4% 75.6% 3.5 months
Monroe 133 37.0% 62.2% 5.4 months
Onondaga 101 59.1% 40.9% 7.2 months
Orange 84 49.4% 50.6% 1.0 years
Niagara 39 36.8% 63.2% 4.4 months
Oneida 39 51.4% 48.6% 1.0 years
Schenectady 33 24.1% 75.9% 5.2 months
Rensselaer 30 25.0% 75.0% 3.3 months
Broome 28 55.0% 45.0% 7.3 months

Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Cases analyzed across 18 counties. Last updated December 2024. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results.

Nassau County has the highest dismissal rate for Marijuana Offense at 90.0%. Use the comparison table above to see how all New York counties compare for dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines.
Marijuana Offense cases were filed across 18 New York counties based on DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Click on any county above to see detailed statistics for that court.
The conviction rate for Marijuana Offense varies by county across New York. Rates differ based on local prosecutorial practices, plea bargaining customs, and court caseloads. Use the comparison table above to see how each county differs. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.

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