What is the dismissal rate for Robbery in Queens County?

The dismissal rate is 47.3%, based on 6862 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 Queens County?

The average case takes 6.2 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 Queens County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 47.0% dismissal rate (2968 cases). D Felony: 56.4% dismissal rate (2140 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Robbery in Queens County, NY — 47.3% Dismissed

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

Based on 6862 cases in Queens County, 47.3% are dismissed, 51.1% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.2 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Robbery in Queens County is 51.1%, based on 6862 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

83.1% of Robbery cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Queens County has a 47.3% 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 Queens County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average, with 47.3 percent of the 6,862 cases ending in dismissal compared to just 21.5 percent statewide—a 25.8 percentage point gap. This pattern has strengthened over time, with dismissals climbing from 36.9 percent in 2019 to 46.6 percent in 2024. The 51.1 percent conviction rate means roughly half of robbery defendants are ultimately found guilty, while acquittals are virtually nonexistent at 0.1 percent. Cases take a median of 186 days to reach resolution.

Charge reductions are central to how robbery cases move through Queens County. Over 83 percent of cases see the robbery charge reduced to something else, most commonly disorderly conduct (62.4 percent of reductions) or petit larceny (23.6 percent). At pretrial, about one-third of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while bail is set in 36.5 percent of cases with a median amount of $10,000. Among those convicted, 21.2 percent receive jail time, 16.7 percent receive prison sentences, and 8.9 percent receive credit for time already served.

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

47.3%

Dismissal Rate

51.1%

Conviction Rate

6.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

47.3%

51.1%

Dismissed 47.3% Convicted 51.1% Acquitted 0.1% YO Adjudication 1.5%

Source: 6,862 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	2,968	47.0%	51.2%
D Felony	2,140	56.4%	43.1%
B Felony	1,566	35.2%	62.1%
E Felony	188	50.3%	48.6%

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 Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	952	36.9%	60.7%
2020	945	49.5%	48.3%
2021	951	56.2%	42.2%
2022	1,220	49.5%	49.2%
2023	1,319	45.9%	53.0%
2024	1,467	46.6%	52.0%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

33.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

36.5%

Bail Set

2.4%

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.

Charge Reductions

83.1% of Robbery cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Robbery Disorderly Conduct

1,450 cases (58.2%)

Robbery Petit Larceny

549 cases (22.0%)

Robbery Assault

323 cases (13.0%)

Robbery Weapons Offense

99 cases (4.0%)

Robbery Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

71 cases (2.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Queens County.

21.2%

Jail

4.8%

Probation

16.7%

State Prison

0.8%

Fine Only

8.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	3,035	46.5%	51.5%
Hispanic	2,694	45.9%	52.7%
Asian	648	56.8%	42.1%
White	438	48.0%	51.3%
Native American	21	47.6%	52.4%

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 6,862 cases in Queens County, 47.3% are dismissed, 51.1% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Robbery in Queens County is 47.3%, based on 6,862 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Robbery case in Queens County takes 6.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

33.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 36.5% have bail set, and 2.4% 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 Queens County is 51.1%, based on 6,862 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.

83.1% of Robbery cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Queens County has a 47.3% 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 Queens County, 21.2% receive a jail sentence, 4.8% receive probation, and 16.7% 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: 47.0% dismissal rate, 51.2% conviction rate (2,968 cases). D Felony: 56.4% dismissal rate, 43.1% conviction rate (2,140 cases). B Felony: 35.2% dismissal rate, 62.1% conviction rate (1,566 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. 6,862 cases analyzed for Robbery in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com