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

66.7%
Dismissal Rate
32.0%
Conviction Rate
6.0 months
Avg Duration
66.7%
32.0%
Dismissed 66.7% Convicted 32.0% Acquitted 0.1% YO Adjudication 1.2%

Source: 6,343 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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.

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.

How defendants charged with Robbery in Bronx County are handled at arraignment.

46.3%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
30.2%
Bail Set
0.6%
Remanded
$10,000
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.

78.3% of Robbery cases
in Bronx County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Robbery Petit Larceny
444 cases (33.3%)
Robbery Disorderly Conduct
428 cases (32.1%)
Robbery Assault
234 cases (17.5%)
Robbery Harassment
170 cases (12.7%)
Robbery Weapons Offense
59 cases (4.4%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Bronx County.

20.9%
Jail
6.3%
Probation
18.6%
State Prison
0.1%
Fine Only
7.5%
Time Served

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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.

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 6,343 cases in Bronx County, 66.7% are dismissed, 32.0% result in conviction, and 0.1% 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 Robbery in Bronx County is 66.7%, based on 6,343 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Robbery case in Bronx County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
46.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 30.2% have bail set, and 0.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $10,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.
The conviction rate for Robbery in Bronx County is 32.0%, based on 6,343 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.
78.3% of Robbery cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.
Bronx County has a 66.7% dismissal rate for Robbery cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Robbery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.
For those convicted of Robbery in Bronx County, 20.9% receive a jail sentence, 6.3% receive probation, and 18.6% 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. C Felony: 68.0% dismissal rate, 30.1% conviction rate (2,582 cases). D Felony: 72.0% dismissal rate, 27.9% conviction rate (2,258 cases). B Felony: 54.1% dismissal rate, 43.4% conviction rate (1,244 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. 6,343 cases analyzed for Robbery in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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