What is the dismissal rate for Robbery in Rockland County?

The dismissal rate is 16.4%, based on 84 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 Rockland County?

The average case takes 8.7 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 Rockland County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 21.4% dismissal rate (34 cases). B Felony: 16.7% dismissal rate (25 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Robbery in Rockland County, NY — 16.4% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Robbery in Rockland County is 78.1%, based on 84 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

56.1% of Robbery cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Rockland County has a 16.4% 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 Rockland County result in conviction at a notably high rate of 78.1%, compared to a statewide dismissal average of 21.5%. Rockland's dismissal rate of 16.4% falls 5.1 percentage points below the state average, suggesting prosecutors pursue these cases aggressively and juries find the evidence persuasive. The acquittal rate of 2.7% is minimal, indicating few cases are won at trial. One positive trend: dismissals have increased from zero in 2020 to 14.3% by 2024, showing modest improvement for defendants over the five-year period.

More than half of robbery charges—56.1%—get reduced to lesser offenses, primarily Petit Larceny (42.1% of reductions), offering a potential pathway away from the most serious conviction. At the pretrial stage, nearly half of defendants are released on their own recognizance without bail, though 18.6% are remanded without release. When convictions occur, sentences split evenly between jail and prison terms (29.8% each), with smaller portions receiving probation or time-served credit. The median disposition takes 262 days, extending beyond seven months before 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

16.4%

Dismissal Rate

78.1%

Conviction Rate

8.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

16.4%

78.1%

Dismissed 16.4% Convicted 78.1% Acquitted 2.7% YO Adjudication 2.7%

Source: 84 public court records, Rockland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	34	21.4%	75.0%
B Felony	25	16.7%	75.0%
D Felony	24	9.5%	85.7%

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 Rockland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	9	0.0%	77.8%
2021	11	9.1%	72.7%
2022	8	12.5%	87.5%
2023	26	30.4%	69.6%
2024	29	14.3%	85.7%

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 Rockland County are handled at arraignment.

48.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

27.9%

Bail Set

18.6%

Remanded

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

56.1% of Robbery cases
in Rockland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Robbery Petit Larceny

8 cases (32.0%)

Robbery Disorderly Conduct

6 cases (24.0%)

Robbery Assault

5 cases (20.0%)

Robbery Grand Larceny

4 cases (16.0%)

Robbery Other

2 cases (8.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Rockland County.

29.8%

Jail

12.3%

Probation

29.8%

State Prison

8.8%

Fine Only

8.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	35	13.3%	80.0%
Hispanic	28	12.5%	83.3%
White	19	22.2%	72.2%

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 84 cases in Rockland County, 16.4% are dismissed, 78.1% result in conviction, and 2.7% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Robbery in Rockland County is 16.4%, based on 84 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Robbery case in Rockland County takes 8.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

48.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 27.9% have bail set, and 18.6% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Robbery in Rockland County is 78.1%, based on 84 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.

56.1% of Robbery cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Rockland County has a 16.4% 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 Rockland County, 29.8% receive a jail sentence, 12.3% receive probation, and 29.8% 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: 21.4% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (34 cases). B Felony: 16.7% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (25 cases). D Felony: 9.5% dismissal rate, 85.7% conviction rate (24 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. 84 cases analyzed for Robbery in Rockland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com