What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Queens County?

The dismissal rate is 38.1%, based on 2171 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 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 Obstruction in Queens County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 35.3% dismissal rate (978 cases). E Felony: 32.4% dismissal rate (734 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Obstruction in Queens County, NY — 38.1% Dismissed

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

Based on 2171 cases in Queens County, 38.1% are dismissed, 61.9% 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 Obstruction in Queens County?

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Queens County is 61.9%, based on 2171 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

51.0% of Obstruction 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 Obstruction?

Queens County has a 38.1% 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 Queens County are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average, with 38.1% of the 2,171 cases ending in dismissal compared to just 21.3% statewide—a gap of nearly 17 percentage points. This higher dismissal rate suggests Queens County courts are more skeptical of obstruction charges or prosecutors bring weaker cases. The 61.9% conviction rate reflects that cases proceeding to trial generally result in guilty findings, but the notable dismissal pattern indicates many cases don't reach that stage. The upward trend in dismissals from 2019 to 2024 (28.2% to 33.7%) shows this pattern strengthening over time.

Most obstruction defendants in Queens County are released pretrial on bail rather than released on recognizance, with 54.2% having bail set at a median of $5,000. Half of all cases are reduced to lesser charges before conviction, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 85.4% of those reductions. Among those convicted, jail sentences are the most common outcome at 35.1%, followed by time-served credit at 14.5%, while prison sentences are rare at 1.6%. The median case takes 110 days to resolve from charging to disposition.

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

38.1%

Dismissal Rate

61.9%

Conviction Rate

3.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

38.1%

61.9%

Dismissed 38.1% Convicted 61.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 2,171 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	978	35.3%	64.6%
E Felony	734	32.4%	67.6%
D Felony	423	55.4%	44.6%
B Misdemeanor	36	27.8%	72.2%

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 Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	284	28.2%	71.8%
2020	132	63.6%	36.4%
2021	111	59.1%	40.0%
2022	179	49.4%	50.6%
2023	666	35.9%	64.1%
2024	798	33.7%	66.3%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

14.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

54.2%

Bail Set

2.6%

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

51.0% of Obstruction cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Obstruction Disorderly Conduct

507 cases (81.1%)

Obstruction Criminal Contempt

57 cases (9.1%)

Obstruction Traffic Offense

30 cases (4.8%)

Obstruction Drug Possession

22 cases (3.5%)

Obstruction Petit Larceny

9 cases (1.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Obstruction convictions in Queens County.

35.1%

Jail

1.6%

Probation

1.6%

State Prison

3.8%

Fine Only

14.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Obstruction 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
Hispanic	800	38.3%	61.7%
Black	788	36.6%	63.4%
White	340	32.3%	67.7%
Asian	223	50.0%	49.5%

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 2,171 cases in Queens County, 38.1% are dismissed, 61.9% 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 Obstruction in Queens County is 38.1%, based on 2,171 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

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

14.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 54.2% have bail set, and 2.6% 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 Queens County is 61.9%, based on 2,171 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.

51.0% of Obstruction cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Queens County has a 38.1% 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 Queens County, 35.1% receive a jail sentence, 1.6% receive probation, and 1.6% 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: 35.3% dismissal rate, 64.6% conviction rate (978 cases). E Felony: 32.4% dismissal rate, 67.6% conviction rate (734 cases). D Felony: 55.4% dismissal rate, 44.6% conviction rate (423 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. 2,171 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com