What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Kings County?

The dismissal rate is 65.4%, based on 1150 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 Kings County?

The average case takes 6.0 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 Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 58.8% dismissal rate (670 cases). D Felony: 79.0% dismissal rate (341 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Obstruction in Kings County, NY — 65.4% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Obstruction in Kings County?

Based on 1150 cases in Kings County, 65.4% are dismissed, 34.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Kings County is 34.6%, based on 1150 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

85.0% of Obstruction cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Kings County compare to other counties for Obstruction?

Kings County has a 65.4% 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 Kings County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the state average. Of 1,150 cases, 65.4 percent were dismissed compared to just 21.3 percent statewide—a gap of 44 percentage points. This suggests obstruction charges in Kings County face substantially stronger headwinds at prosecution. Only 34.6 percent result in conviction, and no cases went to acquittal, indicating most cases never reach trial. The dismissal trend has strengthened over the past five years, rising from 58.5 percent in 2019 to 65.2 percent in 2024, showing prosecutors or judges are increasingly unwilling to move these cases forward.

Charge reduction is the primary pathway through obstruction cases. Eighty-five percent of cases that don't end in dismissal are reduced to a lesser charge, most often disorderly conduct at 73.5 percent of all reductions. For defendants convicted on the original charge, outcomes are lenient: half receive only time served, 18.9 percent get jail sentences, and 7.9 percent face fines. Most defendants are released before trial on their own recognizance (34.7 percent), with median bail set at five thousand dollars when required. Cases typically resolve in about six months.

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

65.4%

Dismissal Rate

34.6%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

65.4%

34.6%

Dismissed 65.4% Convicted 34.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 1,150 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	670	58.8%	41.2%
D Felony	341	79.0%	21.0%
A Misdemeanor	137	64.9%	35.1%

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 Obstruction outcomes in Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	184	58.5%	41.5%
2020	92	71.1%	28.9%
2021	107	64.4%	35.6%
2022	146	71.9%	28.1%
2023	284	65.6%	34.4%
2024	336	65.2%	34.8%

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 Kings County are handled at arraignment.

34.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

20.5%

Bail Set

0.4%

Remanded

$5,000

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

85.0% of Obstruction cases
in Kings County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Obstruction Disorderly Conduct

183 cases (64.9%)

Obstruction Traffic Offense

33 cases (11.7%)

Obstruction Criminal Contempt

33 cases (11.7%)

Obstruction Drug Possession

21 cases (7.4%)

Obstruction Petit Larceny

12 cases (4.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Obstruction convictions in Kings County.

18.9%

Jail

0.8%

Probation

3.8%

State Prison

7.9%

Fine Only

50.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	609	66.1%	33.9%
Hispanic	301	67.0%	33.0%
White	177	58.2%	41.8%
Asian	53	70.6%	29.4%

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 1,150 cases in Kings County, 65.4% are dismissed, 34.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Obstruction in Kings County is 65.4%, based on 1,150 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Obstruction case in Kings County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

34.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 20.5% have bail set, and 0.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Kings County is 34.6%, based on 1,150 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.

85.0% of Obstruction cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Kings County has a 65.4% 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 Kings County, 18.9% receive a jail sentence, 0.8% receive probation, and 3.8% 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: 58.8% dismissal rate, 41.2% conviction rate (670 cases). D Felony: 79.0% dismissal rate, 21.0% conviction rate (341 cases). A Misdemeanor: 64.9% dismissal rate, 35.1% conviction rate (137 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. 1,150 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com