What is the dismissal rate for Menacing in Suffolk County?

The dismissal rate is 54.1%, based on 1461 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 Suffolk County?

The average case takes 7.9 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 Suffolk County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 54.4% dismissal rate (1451 cases). E Felony: 12.5% dismissal rate (8 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Menacing in Suffolk County, NY — 54.1% Dismissed

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

Based on 1461 cases in Suffolk County, 54.1% are dismissed, 45.6% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.9 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Menacing in Suffolk County is 45.6%, based on 1461 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

77.9% of Menacing cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Suffolk County has a 54.1% dismissal rate for Menacing. Visit the Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Menacing cases in Suffolk County are dismissed at substantially higher rates than the statewide average, with 54.1% of cases ending in dismissal compared to 40.9% statewide—a gap of 13.2 percentage points. This pattern holds across 1,461 cases and reflects a strengthening trend: dismissal rates have climbed from 53.2% in 2019 to 60.6% in 2024. Only 45.6% of menacing charges result in conviction, and acquittals are virtually nonexistent at 0.1%. The median case takes 237 days to resolve, suggesting these cases move through the system at a typical pace despite their high dismissal rate.

Charge reductions are the dominant path in Suffolk County menacing cases, occurring in 77.9% of cases. Nearly three-quarters of reductions downgrade the charge to disorderly conduct, with harassment as a secondary reduction target. Most defendants are released before trial without bail; 81.3% are released on their own recognizance while only 7.6% have bail set, typically at $500 when imposed. Among those convicted, jail sentences occur in 14.2% of cases, while fines (8.8%) and probation (3.6%) represent alternative outcomes.

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

54.1%

Dismissal Rate

45.6%

Conviction Rate

7.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

54.1%

45.6%

Dismissed 54.1% Convicted 45.6% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 1,461 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	1,451	54.4%	45.3%
E Felony	8	12.5%	87.5%

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 Suffolk County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	228	53.2%	46.8%
2020	170	48.7%	50.6%
2021	224	54.0%	46.0%
2022	248	55.8%	43.3%
2023	340	52.4%	47.3%
2024	242	60.6%	39.4%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

81.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

7.6%

Bail Set

0.1%

Remanded

$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

77.9% of Menacing cases
in Suffolk County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Menacing Disorderly Conduct

342 cases (73.7%)

Menacing Harassment

108 cases (23.3%)

Menacing Other

9 cases (1.9%)

Menacing Criminal Contempt

3 cases (0.6%)

Menacing Weapons Offense

2 cases (0.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Menacing convictions in Suffolk County.

14.2%

Jail

3.6%

Probation

8.8%

Fine Only

5.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	506	55.6%	44.2%
Hispanic	472	51.0%	48.3%
Black	437	54.8%	45.2%
Other	15	66.7%	33.3%
Asian	15	66.7%	33.3%

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 1,461 cases in Suffolk County, 54.1% are dismissed, 45.6% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Menacing in Suffolk County is 54.1%, based on 1,461 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Menacing case in Suffolk County takes 7.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

81.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 7.6% have bail set, and 0.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Menacing in Suffolk County is 45.6%, based on 1,461 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.

77.9% of Menacing cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Suffolk County has a 54.1% 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 Suffolk County, 14.2% receive a jail sentence, 3.6% receive probation. 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: 54.4% dismissal rate, 45.3% conviction rate (1,451 cases). E Felony: 12.5% dismissal rate, 87.5% conviction rate (8 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. 1,461 cases analyzed for Menacing in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com