What is the dismissal rate for Robbery in Ulster County?

The dismissal rate is 18.2%, based on 38 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 Ulster County?

The average case takes 10.9 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 Ulster County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate (13 cases). D Felony: 11.1% dismissal rate (12 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Robbery in Ulster County, NY — 18.2% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Robbery in Ulster County is 81.8%, based on 38 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

48.1% of Robbery cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

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

Ulster County has a 18.2% dismissal rate for Robbery. Visit the Robbery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Robbery defendants in Ulster County face a conviction rate of 81.8 percent, slightly above the statewide average of 78.5 percent. No acquittals occurred in the 38 cases tracked, and dismissals accounted for 18.2 percent of outcomes—3.3 percentage points lower than the state average. Cases take roughly eleven months to resolve. The downward trend in dismissals from 2020 to 2024 suggests prosecutors are successfully moving more robbery cases to conviction or that fewer cases are being dismissed early in the process.

Nearly half of robbery charges—48.1 percent—were reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly Criminal Contempt, Burglary, or Assault. Among defendants who remained on their original charge and were convicted, two-thirds received prison sentences, while smaller shares received jail time or probation. At pretrial, about one-third secured release on their own recognizance, while roughly 30 percent had bail set with a median amount of ten thousand dollars. Sixteen percent were remanded without bail.

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

18.2%

Dismissal Rate

81.8%

Conviction Rate

10.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

18.2%

81.8%

Dismissed 18.2% Convicted 81.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 38 public court records, Ulster County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	13	25.0%	75.0%
D Felony	12	11.1%	88.9%
B Felony	12	9.1%	90.9%

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 Ulster County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	6	40.0%	60.0%
2021	9	0.0%	100.0%
2022	8	25.0%	75.0%
2023	7	16.7%	83.3%
2024	5	25.0%	75.0%

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 Ulster County are handled at arraignment.

33.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

29.2%

Bail Set

16.7%

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

48.1% of Robbery cases
in Ulster County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Robbery Criminal Contempt

2 cases (25.0%)

Robbery Burglary

2 cases (25.0%)

Robbery Assault

2 cases (25.0%)

Robbery Weapons Offense

1 cases (12.5%)

Robbery Theft of Services

1 cases (12.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Ulster County.

11.1%

Jail

11.1%

Probation

66.7%

State Prison

3.7%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	19	37.5%	62.5%
White	13	0.0%	100.0%

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 38 cases in Ulster County, 18.2% are dismissed, 81.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Robbery in Ulster County is 18.2%, based on 38 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Robbery case in Ulster County takes 10.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

33.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 29.2% have bail set, and 16.7% 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 Ulster County is 81.8%, based on 38 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.

48.1% of Robbery cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Ulster County has a 18.2% 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 Ulster County, 11.1% receive a jail sentence, 11.1% receive probation, and 66.7% 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: 25.0% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (13 cases). D Felony: 11.1% dismissal rate, 88.9% conviction rate (12 cases). B Felony: 9.1% dismissal rate, 90.9% conviction rate (12 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. 38 cases analyzed for Robbery in Ulster County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com