What is the dismissal rate for Robbery in Kings County?

The dismissal rate is 73.6%, based on 9268 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Robbery case take in Kings County?

The average case takes 6.3 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 Robbery in Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 74.0% dismissal rate (3785 cases). D Felony: 80.2% dismissal rate (3584 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Robbery in Kings County, NY — 73.6% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Robbery in Kings County?

Based on 9268 cases in Kings County, 73.6% are dismissed, 25.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.3 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Robbery in Kings County is 25.5%, based on 9268 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

78.7% of Robbery 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 Robbery?

Kings County has a 73.6% dismissal rate for Robbery. Visit the Robbery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Robbery cases in Kings County are dismissed at a rate of 73.6 percent, more than three times higher than the statewide average of 21.5 percent. Over the past six years, dismissals have trended upward from 67.9 percent to 77.4 percent. With a conviction rate of only 25.5 percent and no acquittals recorded, the data suggests that robbery charges in this county are primarily resolved through prosecutorial dismissal rather than trial outcomes. The median time to case resolution is 189 days.

Charge reductions occur in 78.7 percent of cases, with most defendants seeing their robbery charge downgraded to disorderly conduct (52.7 percent of reductions) or petit larceny (28.9 percent). Among the small percentage convicted of robbery, sentencing splits fairly evenly between prison time (22.4 percent) and jail sentences (20.9 percent), with 10.7 percent receiving time served. At pretrial, 41.7 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while 30.1 percent have bail set at a median of $7,500, indicating moderate bail exposure for most defendants.

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

73.6%

Dismissal Rate

25.5%

Conviction Rate

6.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

73.6%

25.5%

Dismissed 73.6% Convicted 25.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 9,268 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	3,785	74.0%	24.8%
D Felony	3,584	80.2%	19.4%
B Felony	1,551	57.4%	40.7%
E Felony	347	73.0%	27.0%

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 Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	1,462	67.9%	30.7%
2020	1,361	72.3%	26.4%
2021	1,406	79.1%	20.2%
2022	1,671	72.6%	26.7%
2023	1,733	72.7%	26.1%
2024	1,630	77.4%	22.2%

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 Kings County are handled at arraignment.

41.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

30.1%

Bail Set

0.7%

Remanded

$7,500

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

78.7% of Robbery cases
in Kings County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Robbery Disorderly Conduct

753 cases (49.1%)

Robbery Petit Larceny

413 cases (26.9%)

Robbery Assault

264 cases (17.2%)

Robbery Weapons Offense

54 cases (3.5%)

Robbery Grand Larceny

49 cases (3.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Kings County.

20.9%

Jail

4.5%

Probation

22.4%

State Prison

10.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Robbery 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	6,106	74.0%	25.0%
Hispanic	2,220	72.3%	26.8%
White	660	70.7%	28.8%
Asian	231	83.0%	16.1%
Native American	17	68.8%	31.2%

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 9,268 cases in Kings County, 73.6% are dismissed, 25.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Robbery in Kings County is 73.6%, based on 9,268 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Robbery case in Kings County takes 6.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

41.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 30.1% have bail set, and 0.7% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $7,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Robbery in Kings County is 25.5%, based on 9,268 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.

78.7% of Robbery cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Kings County has a 73.6% 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 Kings County, 20.9% receive a jail sentence, 4.5% receive probation, and 22.4% 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: 74.0% dismissal rate, 24.8% conviction rate (3,785 cases). D Felony: 80.2% dismissal rate, 19.4% conviction rate (3,584 cases). B Felony: 57.4% dismissal rate, 40.7% conviction rate (1,551 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. 9,268 cases analyzed for Robbery in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com