How long does a Reckless Endangerment case take in New York County?

The average case takes 4.3 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 Reckless Endangerment in New York County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 66.3% dismissal rate (1171 cases). D Felony: 46.6% dismissal rate (602 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Reckless Endangerment in New York County, NY — 60.0% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Reckless Endangerment in New York County?

Based on 1836 cases in New York County, 60.0% are dismissed, 39.7% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.3 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Reckless Endangerment in New York County?

The dismissal rate is 60.0%, based on 1836 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Reckless Endangerment charges reduced in New York County?

92.4% of Reckless Endangerment cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Reckless Endangerment cases in New York County are dismissed at rates far exceeding the statewide average—60 percent versus 24.3 percent—a difference of 35.7 percentage points. This suggests that prosecutors and courts in New York County apply heightened scrutiny to these charges, resulting in a conviction rate of just 39.7 percent. The dismissal trend has strengthened over the past five years, rising from 46.4 percent in 2019 to 68.6 percent in 2024, indicating an increasingly skeptical view of these charges. Cases resolve relatively quickly, with a median of 128.5 days from filing to outcome.

Defendants charged with Reckless Endangerment in New York County have a strong likelihood of pretrial release: 56.6 percent are released on their own recognizance, while only 10.2 percent face bail, with a median amount of five thousand dollars. Critically, 92.4 percent of cases are reduced to lesser charges before trial—predominantly to Disorderly Conduct in 61.6 percent of reductions. Among those ultimately convicted, nearly half receive only time served, while the remainder are distributed across jail, prison, probation, and fines, suggesting sentences tend toward the lighter end of the sentencing spectrum.

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

60.0%

Dismissal Rate

39.7%

Conviction Rate

4.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

60.0%

39.7%

Dismissed 60.0% Convicted 39.7% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 1,836 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Reckless Endangerment in New York County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	1,171	66.3%	33.6%
D Felony	602	46.6%	52.9%
B Misdemeanor	47	71.1%	28.9%
E Felony	16	75.0%	25.0%

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 Reckless Endangerment outcomes in New York County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	327	46.4%	52.6%
2020	161	55.5%	43.9%
2021	255	61.1%	38.5%
2022	307	67.8%	32.2%
2023	389	57.8%	42.2%
2024	384	68.6%	31.4%

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 Reckless Endangerment in New York County are handled at arraignment.

56.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.2%

Bail Set

0.3%

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

92.4% of Reckless Endangerment cases
in New York County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Reckless Endangerment Disorderly Conduct

295 cases (52.0%)

Reckless Endangerment Other

126 cases (22.2%)

Reckless Endangerment Traffic Offense

58 cases (10.2%)

Reckless Endangerment DWI / DUI

48 cases (8.5%)

Reckless Endangerment Weapons Offense

40 cases (7.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Reckless Endangerment convictions in New York County.

6.1%

Jail

2.4%

Probation

6.8%

State Prison

8.2%

Fine Only

47.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	842	59.7%	40.0%
Black	742	59.3%	40.6%
White	184	62.6%	37.4%
Asian	51	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 1,836 cases in New York County, 60.0% are dismissed, 39.7% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Reckless Endangerment in New York County is 60.0%, based on 1,836 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Reckless Endangerment case in New York County takes 4.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

56.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.2% have bail set, and 0.3% 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 Reckless Endangerment in New York County is 39.7%, based on 1,836 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.

92.4% of Reckless Endangerment cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

New York County has a 60.0% dismissal rate for Reckless Endangerment cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Reckless Endangerment overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Reckless Endangerment in New York County, 6.1% receive a jail sentence, 2.4% receive probation, and 6.8% 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. A Misdemeanor: 66.3% dismissal rate, 33.6% conviction rate (1,171 cases). D Felony: 46.6% dismissal rate, 52.9% conviction rate (602 cases). B Misdemeanor: 71.1% dismissal rate, 28.9% 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. 1,836 cases analyzed for Reckless Endangerment in New York County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com