What is the dismissal rate for Sex Offense in Bronx County?

The dismissal rate is 53.7%, based on 2076 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Sex Offense case take in Bronx County?

The average case takes 7.3 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 Sex Offense in Bronx County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 55.6% dismissal rate (804 cases). B Felony: 56.4% dismissal rate (475 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Sex Offense in Bronx County, NY — 53.7% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Sex Offense in Bronx County?

Based on 2076 cases in Bronx County, 53.7% are dismissed, 44.9% result in conviction, and 0.7% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.3 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Sex Offense in Bronx County?

The conviction rate for Sex Offense in Bronx County is 44.9%, based on 2076 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Sex Offense charges reduced in Bronx County?

64.1% of Sex Offense cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Q: How does Bronx County compare to other counties for Sex Offense?

Bronx County has a 53.7% dismissal rate for Sex Offense. Visit the Sex Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Sex offense cases in Bronx County are dismissed at a rate of 53.7 percent, starkly different from the statewide average of 16.5 percent. This 37-point gap suggests that Bronx County handles these charges substantially differently than other parts of the state. Over the past six years, dismissal rates have climbed from 48.6 percent to 67.7 percent, reflecting a strengthening trend toward case dismissals. Convictions occur in 44.9 percent of cases, with acquittals remaining rare at 0.7 percent, meaning most cases end through dismissal rather than trial verdict.

Charge reductions occur in roughly two-thirds of sex offense cases, predominantly to harassment (42.6 percent of reductions), endangering welfare of a child (29.3 percent), and disorderly conduct (28.1 percent). At the pretrial stage, 43 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance while 38.1 percent have bail set at a median of $10,000. Among those convicted, probation is the most common outcome at 18.7 percent, followed by prison sentences at 16.9 percent and jail time at 13.2 percent. Cases take a median of 219 days to reach disposition.

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

53.7%

Dismissal Rate

44.9%

Conviction Rate

7.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

53.7%

44.9%

Dismissed 53.7% Convicted 44.9% Acquitted 0.7%

Source: 2,076 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Sex Offense in Bronx County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	804	55.6%	43.5%
B Felony	475	56.4%	42.5%
D Felony	352	47.1%	50.6%
E Felony	200	60.4%	39.6%
B Misdemeanor	106	49.1%	50.9%
C Felony	93	56.0%	39.6%
A-II Felony	46	18.2%	72.7%

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 Sex Offense outcomes in Bronx County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	415	48.6%	50.1%
2020	287	53.7%	45.2%
2021	333	47.0%	51.2%
2022	375	51.4%	45.9%
2023	367	56.1%	43.6%
2024	298	67.7%	31.3%

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 Sex Offense in Bronx County are handled at arraignment.

43.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

38.1%

Bail Set

1.1%

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

64.1% of Sex Offense cases
in Bronx County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Sex Offense Harassment

218 cases (40.1%)

Sex Offense Endangering Welfare of a Child

150 cases (27.6%)

Sex Offense Disorderly Conduct

144 cases (26.5%)

Sex Offense Assault

21 cases (3.9%)

Sex Offense Official Misconduct

11 cases (2.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Sex Offense convictions in Bronx County.

13.2%

Jail

18.7%

Probation

16.9%

State Prison

3.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	1,063	52.2%	46.4%
Black	860	55.5%	43.2%
Asian	76	54.7%	45.3%
White	54	51.0%	45.1%

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 2,076 cases in Bronx County, 53.7% are dismissed, 44.9% result in conviction, and 0.7% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Sex Offense in Bronx County is 53.7%, based on 2,076 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Sex Offense case in Bronx County takes 7.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

43.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 38.1% have bail set, and 1.1% 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 Sex Offense in Bronx County is 44.9%, based on 2,076 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.

64.1% of Sex Offense cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Bronx County has a 53.7% dismissal rate for Sex Offense cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Sex Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Sex Offense in Bronx County, 13.2% receive a jail sentence, 18.7% receive probation, and 16.9% 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. A Misdemeanor: 55.6% dismissal rate, 43.5% conviction rate (804 cases). B Felony: 56.4% dismissal rate, 42.5% conviction rate (475 cases). D Felony: 47.1% dismissal rate, 50.6% conviction rate (352 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. 2,076 cases analyzed for Sex Offense in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com