How long does a Strangulation case take in Sullivan County?

The average case takes 8.0 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 Sullivan County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 15.4% dismissal rate (16 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (8 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Strangulation in Sullivan County, NY — 9.5% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Strangulation in Sullivan County?

The dismissal rate is 9.5%, based on 24 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

84.2% of Strangulation cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Sullivan County compare to other counties for Strangulation?

Sullivan County has a 9.5% dismissal rate for Strangulation. Visit the Strangulation overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Sullivan County, strangulation cases result in conviction 90.5 percent of the time—nearly triple the statewide dismissal rate and indicating prosecutors rarely lose these cases locally. The county's 9.5 percent dismissal rate falls 25.4 percentage points below the statewide average of 34.9 percent, suggesting Sullivan County handles strangulation charges more aggressively than the state overall. The trend is moving in that direction: dismissals dropped from 12.5 percent in 2023 to zero percent in 2024. No defendants were acquitted in the 24 cases examined.

Most strangulation charges in Sullivan County are reduced rather than prosecuted as charged—84.2 percent were reduced, predominantly to Disorderly Conduct or Assault. At pretrial, half of defendants received release on their own recognizance while 18.2 percent were remanded without bail; those who had bail set faced a median amount of $5,000. Among those convicted, sentences varied: about a third received fines, while jail, probation, prison, and time-served each accounted for roughly 10 to 16 percent of outcomes. Cases typically took 241 days to resolve.

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

9.5%

Dismissal Rate

90.5%

Conviction Rate

8.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

90.5%

Dismissed 9.5% Convicted 90.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 24 public court records, Sullivan County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	16	15.4%	84.6%
D Felony	8	0.0%	100.0%

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 Sullivan County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	9	12.5%	87.5%
2024	11	0.0%	100.0%

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 Strangulation in Sullivan County are handled at arraignment.

50.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

18.2%

Bail Set

18.2%

Remanded

$5,000

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

84.2% of Strangulation cases
in Sullivan County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Strangulation Disorderly Conduct

7 cases (43.8%)

Strangulation Assault

6 cases (37.5%)

Strangulation Other

1 cases (6.2%)

Strangulation Menacing

1 cases (6.2%)

Strangulation Harassment

1 cases (6.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Strangulation convictions in Sullivan County.

15.8%

Jail

15.8%

Probation

10.5%

State Prison

31.6%

Fine Only

10.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	11	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 24 cases in Sullivan County, 9.5% are dismissed, 90.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Strangulation in Sullivan County is 9.5%, based on 24 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Strangulation case in Sullivan County takes 8.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

50.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 18.2% have bail set, and 18.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Strangulation in Sullivan County is 90.5%, based on 24 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.

84.2% of Strangulation cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Sullivan County has a 9.5% 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 Sullivan County, 15.8% receive a jail sentence, 15.8% receive probation, and 10.5% 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: 15.4% dismissal rate, 84.6% conviction rate (16 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (8 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. 24 cases analyzed for Strangulation in Sullivan County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com