What is the dismissal rate for Strangulation in Bronx County?

The dismissal rate is 89.5%, based on 6699 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Strangulation case take in Bronx County?

The average case takes 3.3 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 Strangulation in Bronx County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 90.9% dismissal rate (3110 cases). D Felony: 88.2% dismissal rate (2914 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Strangulation in Bronx County, NY — 89.5% Dismissed

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

Based on 6699 cases in Bronx County, 89.5% are dismissed, 10.4% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.3 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Strangulation in Bronx County is 10.4%, based on 6699 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Strangulation charges reduced in Bronx County?

87.7% of Strangulation 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 Strangulation?

Bronx County has a 89.5% dismissal rate for Strangulation. Visit the Strangulation overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Bronx County, strangulation charges are dismissed at a rate of 89.5 percent—more than 25 times higher than the statewide average of 34.9 percent. This 54.6 percentage-point gap is among the most significant disparities in how charges are handled across New York counties. With 6,699 cases over the period examined, the data suggests that strangulation charges in the Bronx rarely proceed to conviction, which occurs in just 10.4 percent of cases. The dismissal trend has climbed steadily upward from 88.6 percent to 91.1 percent between 2019 and 2024, indicating an increasingly protective posture toward these charges in this county.

Charge reductions account for the majority of case resolutions: 87.7 percent of strangulation cases are reduced to lesser offenses, primarily harassment (55.4 percent) or disorderly conduct (33 percent). Nearly 79 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance before trial, with bail averaging $3,000 when set. Among the small number convicted, sentences are predominantly jail time (12 percent of convictions) or probation (6 percent), with prison sentences rare at 2.2 percent of convictions. Cases resolve quickly, with a median of 98 days from filing to 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

89.5%

Dismissal Rate

10.4%

Conviction Rate

3.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

89.5%

Dismissed 89.5% Convicted 10.4% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 6,699 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	3,110	90.9%	9.0%
D Felony	2,914	88.2%	11.7%
C Felony	357	86.6%	13.1%
B Misdemeanor	189	93.6%	6.4%
E Felony	129	88.0%	12.0%

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 Strangulation outcomes in Bronx County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	1,308	88.6%	11.1%
2020	1,035	90.5%	9.5%
2021	1,057	86.1%	13.7%
2022	1,117	89.0%	10.9%
2023	1,121	91.9%	8.0%
2024	1,056	91.1%	8.9%

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 Strangulation in Bronx County are handled at arraignment.

78.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.7%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$3,000

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

87.7% of Strangulation cases
in Bronx County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Strangulation Harassment

299 cases (51.3%)

Strangulation Disorderly Conduct

178 cases (30.5%)

Strangulation Assault

63 cases (10.8%)

Strangulation Criminal Contempt

38 cases (6.5%)

Strangulation Weapons Offense

5 cases (0.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Strangulation convictions in Bronx County.

12.0%

Jail

6.0%

Probation

2.2%

State Prison

2.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Strangulation 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
Black	3,375	89.4%	10.5%
Hispanic	2,960	89.8%	10.1%
White	163	87.0%	12.3%
Asian	148	87.8%	12.2%
Native American	25	100.0%	0.0%

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 6,699 cases in Bronx County, 89.5% are dismissed, 10.4% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Strangulation in Bronx County is 89.5%, based on 6,699 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Strangulation case in Bronx County takes 3.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

78.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.7% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $3,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Strangulation in Bronx County is 10.4%, based on 6,699 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.

87.7% of Strangulation cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Bronx County has a 89.5% dismissal rate for Strangulation cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Strangulation overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Strangulation in Bronx County, 12.0% receive a jail sentence, 6.0% receive probation, and 2.2% 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: 90.9% dismissal rate, 9.0% conviction rate (3,110 cases). D Felony: 88.2% dismissal rate, 11.7% conviction rate (2,914 cases). C Felony: 86.6% dismissal rate, 13.1% conviction rate (357 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. 6,699 cases analyzed for Strangulation in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com