What is the dismissal rate for Menacing in Richmond County?

The dismissal rate is 70.8%, based on 726 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 Richmond County?

The average case takes 3.5 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 Richmond County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 71.2% dismissal rate (663 cases). E Felony: 60.5% dismissal rate (43 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Menacing in Richmond County, NY — 70.8% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Menacing in Richmond County is 29.1%, based on 726 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

91.8% of Menacing cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Richmond County has a 70.8% 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 Richmond County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average, with 70.8% of the 726 cases ending in dismissal compared to 40.9% statewide. This 29.9 percentage point gap suggests menacing cases in Richmond County face significant barriers to prosecution or that local charging practices differ markedly from the state norm. Only 29.1% of cases result in conviction, and zero acquittals were recorded, indicating most cases never reach trial. The dismissal trend has moved upward from 64% in 2019 to 69% in 2024, reinforcing a pattern where these charges rarely proceed to judgment.

Charge reductions occur in 91.8% of menacing cases, with the vast majority reduced to disorderly conduct rather than proceeding through prosecution. When convictions do happen, jail time is the most common sentence at 8.2%, though prison sentences are rare at 0.5%. Most menacing defendants receive pretrial release without bail, with 70.7% released on recognizance and a median bail of $2,500 when set. The median time from charge to case disposition is 104.5 days, showing cases move relatively quickly through the system.

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

70.8%

Dismissal Rate

29.1%

Conviction Rate

3.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

70.8%

29.1%

Dismissed 70.8% Convicted 29.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 726 public court records, Richmond County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	663	71.2%	28.8%
E Felony	43	60.5%	37.2%
B Misdemeanor	20	80.0%	20.0%

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 Richmond County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	90	64.0%	36.0%
2020	76	73.7%	26.3%
2021	101	73.0%	27.0%
2022	130	70.3%	29.7%
2023	151	74.7%	24.7%
2024	177	69.0%	31.0%

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 Menacing in Richmond County are handled at arraignment.

70.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.9%

Bail Set

0.3%

Remanded

$2,500

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

91.8% of Menacing cases
in Richmond County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Menacing Disorderly Conduct

157 cases (84.9%)

Menacing Harassment

11 cases (5.9%)

Menacing Weapons Offense

9 cases (4.9%)

Menacing Criminal Contempt

4 cases (2.2%)

Menacing Assault

4 cases (2.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Menacing convictions in Richmond County.

8.2%

Jail

1.9%

Probation

0.5%

State Prison

1.4%

Fine Only

1.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	317	74.9%	25.1%
White	193	65.8%	33.7%
Hispanic	186	68.5%	31.5%
Asian	24	70.8%	29.2%

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 726 cases in Richmond County, 70.8% are dismissed, 29.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Menacing in Richmond County is 70.8%, based on 726 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Menacing case in Richmond County takes 3.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

70.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.9% have bail set, and 0.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Menacing in Richmond County is 29.1%, based on 726 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.

91.8% of Menacing cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Richmond County has a 70.8% 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 Richmond County, 8.2% receive a jail sentence, 1.9% receive probation, and 0.5% 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: 71.2% dismissal rate, 28.8% conviction rate (663 cases). E Felony: 60.5% dismissal rate, 37.2% conviction rate (43 cases). B Misdemeanor: 80.0% dismissal rate, 20.0% conviction rate (20 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. 726 cases analyzed for Menacing in Richmond County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com