What is the dismissal rate for Prostitution in Kings County?

The dismissal rate is 84.8%, based on 398 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Prostitution case take in Kings County?

The average case takes 7.6 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 Prostitution in Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 88.0% dismissal rate (208 cases). B Misdemeanor: 93.1% dismissal rate (144 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Prostitution in Kings County, NY — 84.8% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Prostitution in Kings County is 14.9%, based on 398 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

67.8% of Prostitution 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 Prostitution?

Kings County has a 84.8% dismissal rate for Prostitution. Visit the Prostitution overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Prostitution cases in Kings County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average, with 84.8% of cases dismissed compared to 58.4% statewide—a 26.4 percentage point gap. Only 14.9% of cases result in conviction, and acquittals are nearly nonexistent at 0.3%. This pattern suggests prostitution charges in Kings County face significant evidentiary or procedural obstacles, or that prosecutors and courts handle these cases differently than in other parts of the state. The trend shows a slight decline in dismissals from 88.4% in 2019 to 87.2% in 2024, indicating cases are becoming marginally less likely to be dismissed, though the rate remains exceptionally high.

Most defendants charged with prostitution in Kings County are released before trial without bail (85.8% on their own recognizance), and only 3.7% have bail set, with a median of $87,500 when imposed. Among the cases that do proceed, nearly 68% of charges are reduced, predominantly to disorderly conduct (89.5% of reductions). Defendants convicted after trial or plea face incarceration at high rates—33.9% receive time served and 32.2% receive prison sentences, suggesting those who don't benefit from dismissal or reduction face serious consequences. Case resolution takes a median of

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

84.8%

Dismissal Rate

14.9%

Conviction Rate

7.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

84.8%

14.9%

Dismissed 84.8% Convicted 14.9% Acquitted 0.3%

Source: 398 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	208	88.0%	12.0%
B Misdemeanor	144	93.1%	6.9%
B Felony	25	20.8%	75.0%
D Felony	15	73.3%	26.7%

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 Prostitution outcomes in Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	207	88.4%	11.1%
2020	49	87.8%	12.2%
2021	25	70.8%	29.2%
2022	22	63.6%	36.4%
2023	42	78.6%	21.4%
2024	40	87.2%	12.8%

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 Prostitution in Kings County are handled at arraignment.

85.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

3.7%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$87,500

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

67.8% of Prostitution cases
in Kings County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Prostitution Disorderly Conduct

34 cases (85.0%)

Prostitution Traffic Offense

2 cases (5.0%)

Prostitution Assault

2 cases (5.0%)

Prostitution Weapons Offense

1 cases (2.5%)

Prostitution Criminal Contempt

1 cases (2.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Prostitution convictions in Kings County.

1.7%

Jail

1.7%

Probation

32.2%

State Prison

3.4%

Fine Only

33.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Prostitution 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	212	81.4%	18.1%
Asian	99	86.9%	13.1%
Hispanic	52	86.5%	13.5%
White	32	96.9%	3.1%

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 398 cases in Kings County, 84.8% are dismissed, 14.9% result in conviction, and 0.3% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Prostitution in Kings County is 84.8%, based on 398 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Prostitution case in Kings County takes 7.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

85.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 3.7% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $87,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Prostitution in Kings County is 14.9%, based on 398 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.

67.8% of Prostitution cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Kings County has a 84.8% dismissal rate for Prostitution cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Prostitution overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Prostitution in Kings County, 1.7% receive a jail sentence, 1.7% receive probation, and 32.2% 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: 88.0% dismissal rate, 12.0% conviction rate (208 cases). B Misdemeanor: 93.1% dismissal rate, 6.9% conviction rate (144 cases). B Felony: 20.8% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (25 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. 398 cases analyzed for Prostitution in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com