What is the dismissal rate for Menacing in Queens County?

The dismissal rate is 83.1%, based on 4761 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 Queens County?

The average case takes 3.7 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 Queens County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 83.4% dismissal rate (4517 cases). E Felony: 74.0% dismissal rate (132 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Menacing in Queens County, NY — 83.1% Dismissed

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

Based on 4761 cases in Queens County, 83.1% are dismissed, 16.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.7 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Menacing in Queens County is 16.9%, based on 4761 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

92.4% of Menacing cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Queens County has a 83.1% 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 Queens County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average. With an 83.1% dismissal rate compared to 40.9% statewide, Queens prosecutors or judges are treating these cases far more leniently—a 42-point gap that is substantial. Across 4,761 cases, only 16.9% result in conviction, and no acquittals were recorded, suggesting most cases never reach trial. The trend has intensified over time, rising from 68.8% dismissals in 2019 to 81.9% by 2024, indicating increasingly lenient handling of menacing charges in the county.

Most menacing defendants are released without bail before trial, with 78.2% getting release on their own recognizance and only 5% having bail set (median $1,000). Ninety-two percent of cases that don't get dismissed are reduced to lower charges, predominantly disorderly conduct, which accounts for 94.6% of all reductions. Among the rare convictions, sentences are light: 16.1% receive time served as the sole penalty, while 6% get jail time. Prison sentences occur in under 1% of convictions. The median time from charge to resolution is 112 days.

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

83.1%

Dismissal Rate

16.9%

Conviction Rate

3.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

83.1%

16.9%

Dismissed 83.1% Convicted 16.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 4,761 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	4,517	83.4%	16.6%
E Felony	132	74.0%	26.0%
B Misdemeanor	112	82.9%	17.1%

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 Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	703	68.8%	31.2%
2020	602	92.2%	7.8%
2021	744	91.5%	8.5%
2022	819	82.6%	17.4%
2023	911	83.4%	16.6%
2024	972	81.9%	18.1%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

78.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.0%

Bail Set

0.1%

Remanded

$1,000

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

92.4% of Menacing cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Menacing Disorderly Conduct

669 cases (92.3%)

Menacing Harassment

22 cases (3.0%)

Menacing Assault

16 cases (2.2%)

Menacing Weapons Offense

15 cases (2.1%)

Menacing Other

3 cases (0.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Menacing convictions in Queens County.

6.0%

Jail

0.7%

Probation

0.6%

State Prison

2.4%

Fine Only

16.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,896	83.7%	16.3%
Hispanic	1,452	82.7%	17.3%
Asian	940	84.6%	15.4%
White	419	80.1%	19.9%
Native American	30	83.3%	16.7%

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 4,761 cases in Queens County, 83.1% are dismissed, 16.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Menacing in Queens County is 83.1%, based on 4,761 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Menacing case in Queens County takes 3.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

78.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.0% have bail set, and 0.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Menacing in Queens County is 16.9%, based on 4,761 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.

92.4% of Menacing cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Queens County has a 83.1% 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 Queens County, 6.0% receive a jail sentence, 0.7% receive probation, and 0.6% 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: 83.4% dismissal rate, 16.6% conviction rate (4,517 cases). E Felony: 74.0% dismissal rate, 26.0% conviction rate (132 cases). B Misdemeanor: 82.9% dismissal rate, 17.1% conviction rate (112 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. 4,761 cases analyzed for Menacing in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com