What is the dismissal rate for Robbery in Suffolk County?

The dismissal rate is 7.1%, based on 766 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 Suffolk County?

The average case takes 9.2 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 Suffolk County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 5.6% dismissal rate (332 cases). C Felony: 6.8% dismissal rate (249 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Robbery in Suffolk County, NY — 7.1% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Robbery in Suffolk County is 87.9%, based on 766 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

55.1% of Robbery cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Suffolk County has a 7.1% 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 Suffolk County result in conviction far more often than the statewide pattern suggests. With an 87.9 percent conviction rate and only 7.1 percent dismissed, Suffolk County is significantly more punitive than the state average, where 21.5 percent of robbery cases are dismissed. Over the past six years, dismissals have declined further, dropping from 8.6 percent to 5.0 percent, indicating prosecutors and courts have grown stricter on these charges locally. The median case takes nine months to resolve.

Despite the high conviction rate, over half of robbery charges are reduced to lesser offenses before trial, predominantly to petit larceny. When convictions do occur, sentences split between jail and prison terms, with 33 percent receiving jail time and 29.6 percent receiving prison sentences. Most defendants remain detained before trial—71.4 percent have bail set with a median of $25,000, while only 10.6 percent secure release on recognizance. The combination of rare dismissals, frequent charge reductions to property crimes, and substantial pretrial detention creates a system where robbery cases typically resolve with either significant plea negotiations or lengthy custodial sentences.

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

7.1%

Dismissal Rate

87.9%

Conviction Rate

9.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

87.9%

Dismissed 7.1% Convicted 87.9% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 5.0%

Source: 766 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	332	5.6%	87.2%
C Felony	249	6.8%	88.7%
D Felony	161	10.4%	88.9%
E Felony	24	11.8%	82.4%

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 Suffolk County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	146	8.6%	81.4%
2020	126	12.8%	82.9%
2021	114	4.2%	93.8%
2022	117	2.9%	93.1%
2023	158	6.5%	90.3%
2024	102	5.0%	90.0%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

10.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

71.4%

Bail Set

2.2%

Remanded

$25,000

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

55.1% of Robbery cases
in Suffolk County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Robbery Petit Larceny

162 cases (58.5%)

Robbery Disorderly Conduct

66 cases (23.8%)

Robbery Assault

33 cases (11.9%)

Robbery Weapons Offense

8 cases (2.9%)

Robbery Grand Larceny

8 cases (2.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Suffolk County.

33.0%

Jail

9.6%

Probation

29.6%

State Prison

1.0%

Fine Only

8.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	372	7.4%	86.8%
White	220	6.6%	91.3%
Hispanic	168	6.8%	87.1%

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 766 cases in Suffolk County, 7.1% are dismissed, 87.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Robbery in Suffolk County is 7.1%, based on 766 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Robbery case in Suffolk County takes 9.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

10.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 71.4% have bail set, and 2.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $25,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Robbery in Suffolk County is 87.9%, based on 766 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.

55.1% of Robbery cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Suffolk County has a 7.1% 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 Suffolk County, 33.0% receive a jail sentence, 9.6% receive probation, and 29.6% 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. B Felony: 5.6% dismissal rate, 87.2% conviction rate (332 cases). C Felony: 6.8% dismissal rate, 88.7% conviction rate (249 cases). D Felony: 10.4% dismissal rate, 88.9% conviction rate (161 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. 766 cases analyzed for Robbery in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com