How long does a Weapons Offense case take in Kings County?

The average case takes 6.6 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 Weapons Offense in Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 56.3% dismissal rate (6670 cases). D Felony: 71.7% dismissal rate (3999 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Weapons Offense in Kings County, NY — 66.6% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Weapons Offense in Kings County?

Based on 14090 cases in Kings County, 66.6% are dismissed, 32.5% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.6 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Weapons Offense in Kings County?

The dismissal rate is 66.6%, based on 14090 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Weapons Offense in Kings County?

The conviction rate for Weapons Offense in Kings County is 32.5%, based on 14090 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Weapons Offense charges reduced in Kings County?

42.4% of Weapons Offense cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Kings County compare to other counties for Weapons Offense?

Kings County has a 66.6% dismissal rate for Weapons Offense. Visit the Weapons Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Weapons offense cases in Kings County are dismissed at a rate of 66.6 percent, which is dramatically higher than the statewide average of 17.3 percent. This 49-percentage-point gap suggests that Kings County handles these charges substantially differently than the rest of the state, with prosecutors or courts rejecting or abandoning the vast majority of cases before trial. Among the 14,090 weapons cases examined, only 32.5 percent resulted in conviction. The dismissal rate has been climbing steadily from 57.3 percent in 2019 to 77.2 percent in 2024, indicating an accelerating trend away from prosecution.

Nearly 42 percent of weapons charges in Kings County are reduced to less serious offenses, predominantly to disorderly conduct. Most defendants receive pretrial release without bail (42.5 percent on their own recognizance), while about 31 percent have bail set at a median of $10,000. When convictions do occur, sentences span a wide range: prison terms are most common at 23.5 percent, followed by time served at 20.2 percent and probation at 16.9 percent. The median time from charge to case resolution is 199 days.

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

66.6%

Dismissal Rate

32.5%

Conviction Rate

6.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

66.6%

32.5%

Dismissed 66.6% Convicted 32.5% Acquitted 0.2%

Source: 14,090 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Weapons Offense in Kings County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	6,670	56.3%	41.9%
D Felony	3,999	71.7%	28.3%
A Misdemeanor	2,881	81.9%	18.1%
E Felony	379	74.3%	25.1%
B Misdemeanor	110	89.0%	11.0%
B Felony	50	44.9%	55.1%

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 Weapons Offense outcomes in Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	2,204	57.3%	41.9%
2020	2,008	65.9%	33.1%
2021	2,077	64.0%	34.9%
2022	2,285	63.4%	35.3%
2023	2,769	69.1%	30.2%
2024	2,684	77.2%	22.4%

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 Weapons Offense in Kings County are handled at arraignment.

42.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

31.0%

Bail Set

0.8%

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

42.4% of Weapons Offense cases
in Kings County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Weapons Offense Disorderly Conduct

1,147 cases (68.0%)

Weapons Offense Traffic Offense

410 cases (24.3%)

Weapons Offense Drug Possession

54 cases (3.2%)

Weapons Offense Assault

46 cases (2.7%)

Weapons Offense DWI / DUI

29 cases (1.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Weapons Offense convictions in Kings County.

12.7%

Jail

16.9%

Probation

23.5%

State Prison

9.1%

Fine Only

20.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	10,340	66.0%	33.0%
Hispanic	2,451	69.2%	30.3%
White	907	65.6%	34.4%
Asian	329	70.9%	27.9%
Native American	17	52.9%	47.1%

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 14,090 cases in Kings County, 66.6% are dismissed, 32.5% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Weapons Offense in Kings County is 66.6%, based on 14,090 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Weapons Offense case in Kings County takes 6.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 31.0% have bail set, and 0.8% 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 Weapons Offense in Kings County is 32.5%, based on 14,090 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.

42.4% of Weapons Offense cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Kings County has a 66.6% dismissal rate for Weapons Offense cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Weapons Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Weapons Offense in Kings County, 12.7% receive a jail sentence, 16.9% receive probation, and 23.5% 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. C Felony: 56.3% dismissal rate, 41.9% conviction rate (6,670 cases). D Felony: 71.7% dismissal rate, 28.3% conviction rate (3,999 cases). A Misdemeanor: 81.9% dismissal rate, 18.1% conviction rate (2,881 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. 14,090 cases analyzed for Weapons Offense in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com