What is the dismissal rate for Menacing in Bronx County?

The dismissal rate is 84.6%, based on 4093 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Menacing case take in Bronx County?

The average case takes 3.4 months 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 Menacing in Bronx County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 84.5% dismissal rate (3694 cases). B Misdemeanor: 86.9% dismissal rate (251 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Menacing in Bronx County, NY — 84.6% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Menacing in Bronx County?

Based on 4093 cases in Bronx County, 84.6% are dismissed, 15.2% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Menacing in Bronx County is 15.2%, based on 4093 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

94.9% of Menacing cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Bronx County has a 84.6% dismissal rate for Menacing. Visit the Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Menacing charges in Bronx County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average, with 84.6 percent of cases dismissed compared to 40.9 percent statewide—a gap of 43.7 percentage points. Only 15.2 percent result in conviction. This disparity has grown more pronounced over the past five years, with dismissal rates climbing from 77.3 percent in 2019 to 90.5 percent in 2024. The pattern suggests that menacing charges in this county face substantial obstacles to prosecution, whether through evidentiary issues, witness problems, or prosecutorial discretion.

Nearly all menacing defendants—84.3 percent—are released on their own recognizance before trial, and among those convicted, incarceration outcomes are modest. When jail time is imposed, it accounts for 7.5 percent of sentences, while 3.6 percent involve time already served. The median bail when set is nominal at $1.00. More significantly, 94.9 percent of cases that don't result in dismissal are reduced to lesser charges, predominantly to Disorderly Conduct (65.7 percent) or Harassment (31.5 percent). Cases resolve relatively quickly, with a median of 101 days to disposition.

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

84.6%

Dismissal Rate

15.2%

Conviction Rate

3.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

84.6%

15.2%

Dismissed 84.6% Convicted 15.2% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 4,093 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	3,694	84.5%	15.4%
B Misdemeanor	251	86.9%	12.7%
E Felony	148	85.2%	14.8%

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 Menacing outcomes in Bronx County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	631	77.3%	22.2%
2020	495	85.5%	14.3%
2021	546	81.8%	18.0%
2022	714	84.7%	15.3%
2023	837	85.4%	14.5%
2024	857	90.5%	9.5%

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 Menacing in Bronx County are handled at arraignment.

84.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

4.8%

Bail Set

0.1%

Remanded

$1

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

94.9% of Menacing cases
in Bronx County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Menacing Disorderly Conduct

352 cases (62.6%)

Menacing Harassment

169 cases (30.1%)

Menacing Weapons Offense

15 cases (2.7%)

Menacing Criminal Contempt

14 cases (2.5%)

Menacing Assault

12 cases (2.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Menacing convictions in Bronx County.

7.5%

Jail

1.0%

Probation

1.3%

State Prison

0.2%

Fine Only

3.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Menacing 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	2,061	85.6%	14.3%
Hispanic	1,819	83.6%	16.2%
White	112	83.8%	16.2%
Asian	64	84.4%	15.6%

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 4,093 cases in Bronx County, 84.6% are dismissed, 15.2% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Menacing in Bronx County is 84.6%, based on 4,093 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Menacing case in Bronx County takes 3.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

84.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 4.8% have bail set, and 0.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Menacing in Bronx County is 15.2%, based on 4,093 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.

94.9% of Menacing cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Bronx County has a 84.6% dismissal rate for Menacing cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Menacing in Bronx County, 7.5% receive a jail sentence, 1.0% receive probation, and 1.3% 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 Misdemeanor: 84.5% dismissal rate, 15.4% conviction rate (3,694 cases). B Misdemeanor: 86.9% dismissal rate, 12.7% conviction rate (251 cases). E Felony: 85.2% dismissal rate, 14.8% conviction rate (148 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. 4,093 cases analyzed for Menacing in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com