What is the dismissal rate for Robbery in Nassau County?

The dismissal rate is 15.9%, based on 1473 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 Nassau County?

The average case takes 8.0 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 Nassau County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 13.4% dismissal rate (550 cases). D Felony: 22.0% dismissal rate (515 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Robbery in Nassau County, NY — 15.9% Dismissed

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

Based on 1473 cases in Nassau County, 15.9% are dismissed, 81.0% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.0 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Robbery in Nassau County is 81.0%, based on 1473 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

82.7% of Robbery cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Nassau County compare to other counties for Robbery?

Nassau County has a 15.9% dismissal rate for Robbery. Visit the Robbery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Nassau County, robbery defendants face significantly lower dismissal rates than the statewide average. Over 1,473 cases tracked, 81 percent resulted in conviction compared to a dismissal rate of just 15.9 percent—5.6 percentage points below the statewide average of 21.5 percent. This suggests Nassau County prosecutors pursue robbery charges more aggressively and juries convict at higher rates than elsewhere in the state. The trend is moving in defendants' favor, however: dismissals increased from 13.5 percent in 2019 to 17.2 percent in 2024, indicating slightly more favorable case outcomes over time.

Most robbery charges in Nassau County are reduced rather than tried as filed. Over 82 percent of cases see charge reductions, with nearly half downgraded to disorderly conduct and another 39 percent to petit larceny. At pretrial, bail is the dominant release mechanism: half of defendants have bail set (median $15,000), while only 17.5 percent are released on their own recognizance. When convictions occur, jail time is the most common sentence at 33.9 percent, while 14.9 percent receive prison sentences. The typical case takes 241 days from charge to resolution.

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

15.9%

Dismissal Rate

81.0%

Conviction Rate

8.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

15.9%

81.0%

Dismissed 15.9% Convicted 81.0% Acquitted 0.2% YO Adjudication 2.9%

Source: 1,473 public court records, Nassau County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	550	13.4%	84.0%
D Felony	515	22.0%	76.8%
B Felony	360	9.1%	85.1%
E Felony	48	31.8%	59.1%

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 Nassau County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	238	13.5%	82.6%
2020	226	13.7%	82.0%
2021	230	10.0%	86.8%
2022	276	19.9%	80.1%
2023	289	19.3%	77.9%
2024	213	17.2%	77.5%

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 Nassau County are handled at arraignment.

17.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

50.3%

Bail Set

1.7%

Remanded

$15,000

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

82.7% of Robbery cases
in Nassau County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Robbery Disorderly Conduct

335 cases (41.6%)

Robbery Petit Larceny

283 cases (35.2%)

Robbery Assault

114 cases (14.2%)

Robbery Harassment

43 cases (5.3%)

Robbery Weapons Offense

30 cases (3.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Nassau County.

33.9%

Jail

9.0%

Probation

14.9%

State Prison

4.9%

Fine Only

5.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	739	14.0%	83.4%
Hispanic	375	18.4%	77.3%
White	269	17.1%	79.1%
Asian	44	18.2%	81.8%
Other	42	17.5%	82.5%

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 1,473 cases in Nassau County, 15.9% are dismissed, 81.0% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Robbery in Nassau County is 15.9%, based on 1,473 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Robbery case in Nassau County takes 8.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

17.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 50.3% have bail set, and 1.7% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $15,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Robbery in Nassau County is 81.0%, based on 1,473 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.

82.7% of Robbery cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Nassau County has a 15.9% 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 Nassau County, 33.9% receive a jail sentence, 9.0% receive probation, and 14.9% 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: 13.4% dismissal rate, 84.0% conviction rate (550 cases). D Felony: 22.0% dismissal rate, 76.8% conviction rate (515 cases). B Felony: 9.1% dismissal rate, 85.1% conviction rate (360 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. 1,473 cases analyzed for Robbery in Nassau County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com