What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Bronx County?

The dismissal rate is 61.7%, based on 434 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Obstruction case take in Bronx County?

The average case takes 5.1 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 Obstruction in Bronx County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 57.8% dismissal rate (248 cases). D Felony: 73.5% dismissal rate (136 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Obstruction in Bronx County, NY — 61.7% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Bronx County is 38.0%, based on 434 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

79.1% of Obstruction 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 Obstruction?

Bronx County has a 61.7% dismissal rate for Obstruction. Visit the Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Obstruction cases in Bronx County end in dismissal far more often than statewide patterns suggest. The county's 61.7% dismissal rate runs 40 percentage points above the statewide average of 21.3%, while convictions occur in just 38% of cases. This sharp divergence points to how prosecutors and courts handle obstruction charges differently in the Bronx—more lenient screening, weaker cases, or systematic charging practices that don't survive scrutiny. The trend reinforces this pattern: dismissal rates have climbed from 55.4% in 2019 to 69.8% in 2024, indicating that obstruction prosecutions in this county have become steadily less likely to result in conviction.

Charge reduction plays a central role in these outcomes. Nearly 8 in 10 obstruction defendants have their charges reduced, predominantly to disorderly conduct (73.3% of reductions). Among those convicted, outcomes lean toward jail time rather than prison: 18.9% receive jail sentences compared to 5.4% who go to prison, and 14.9% serve time already spent in pretrial detention. Most defendants released before trial exit without bail—42.2% receive release on their own recognizance—while 16.5% face bail set at a median of $3,500.

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

61.7%

Dismissal Rate

38.0%

Conviction Rate

5.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

61.7%

38.0%

Dismissed 61.7% Convicted 38.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 434 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	248	57.8%	42.2%
D Felony	136	73.5%	25.7%
A Misdemeanor	47	51.2%	48.8%

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 Obstruction outcomes in Bronx County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	100	55.4%	44.6%
2020	49	75.0%	25.0%
2021	48	61.4%	38.6%
2022	65	50.9%	47.4%
2023	72	62.5%	37.5%
2024	98	69.8%	30.2%

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 Obstruction in Bronx County are handled at arraignment.

42.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.5%

Bail Set

0.8%

Remanded

$3,500

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

79.1% of Obstruction cases
in Bronx County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Obstruction Disorderly Conduct

66 cases (62.3%)

Obstruction Drug Possession

13 cases (12.3%)

Obstruction Criminal Contempt

11 cases (10.4%)

Obstruction Harassment

9 cases (8.5%)

Obstruction Traffic Offense

7 cases (6.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Obstruction convictions in Bronx County.

18.9%

Jail

0.7%

Probation

5.4%

State Prison

3.4%

Fine Only

14.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Obstruction 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
Hispanic	223	58.5%	41.0%
Black	194	67.1%	32.9%
White	12	50.0%	50.0%

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 434 cases in Bronx County, 61.7% are dismissed, 38.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Obstruction in Bronx County is 61.7%, based on 434 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Obstruction case in Bronx County takes 5.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.5% have bail set, and 0.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $3,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Bronx County is 38.0%, based on 434 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.

79.1% of Obstruction cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Bronx County has a 61.7% dismissal rate for Obstruction cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Obstruction in Bronx County, 18.9% receive a jail sentence, 0.7% receive probation, and 5.4% 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. E Felony: 57.8% dismissal rate, 42.2% conviction rate (248 cases). D Felony: 73.5% dismissal rate, 25.7% conviction rate (136 cases). A Misdemeanor: 51.2% dismissal rate, 48.8% conviction rate (47 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. 434 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com