Robbery in Bronx County
6,343 cases · Bronx County Courts · DCJS Data
Robbery cases in Bronx County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average. Dismissals occur in 66.7% of the 6,343 cases, compared to 21.5% statewide—a gap of 45 percentage points. Only 32% of robbery charges result in conviction, with acquittals rare at 0.1%. This pattern has strengthened over time, with dismissal rates rising from 57.6% in 2019 to 77.6% by 2024. The median time from charge to case resolution is 180 days, suggesting cases move through the system at a steady pace.
Most robbery defendants in Bronx County are released before trial: 46.3% are released on their own recognizance, while 30.2% have bail set at a median of $10,000. When charges do lead to conviction, sentenced defendants are split between jail and prison terms—20.9% receive jail and 18.6% receive prison sentences, while 7.5% serve only time already spent in pretrial custody. Nearly 4 in 5 robbery charges are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to petit larceny (40.1% of reductions) or disorderly conduct (38.7%), which significantly narrows the scope of criminal exposure.
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 6,343 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Robbery in Bronx County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| C Felony | 2,582 | 68.0% | 30.1% |
| D Felony | 2,258 | 72.0% | 27.9% |
| B Felony | 1,244 | 54.1% | 43.4% |
| E Felony | 259 | 67.2% | 32.0% |
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 Robbery outcomes in Bronx County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1,045 | 57.6% | 40.7% |
| 2020 | 950 | 62.4% | 36.2% |
| 2021 | 901 | 63.6% | 34.8% |
| 2022 | 1,104 | 65.9% | 32.5% |
| 2023 | 1,236 | 71.1% | 27.8% |
| 2024 | 1,098 | 77.6% | 21.6% |
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 Robbery in Bronx County are handled at arraignment.
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
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Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Bronx County.
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Case outcome rates by race for Robbery 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 3,394 | 66.3% | 32.1% |
| Hispanic | 2,726 | 66.9% | 32.0% |
| White | 134 | 67.2% | 32.8% |
| Asian | 55 | 67.3% | 30.8% |
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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 6,343 cases analyzed for Robbery in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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