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

The average case takes 10.2 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 Sullivan County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 10.3% dismissal rate (30 cases). D Felony: 15.0% dismissal rate (21 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Weapons Offense in Sullivan County, NY — 16.4% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 16.4%, based on 57 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

19.6% of Weapons Offense cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Weapons offense cases in Sullivan County result in conviction in 83.6% of cases, nearly identical to the statewide average and with almost no acquittals. The dismissal rate of 16.4% sits slightly below the statewide average of 17.3%, indicating Sullivan County handles these charges with consistency across the state. However, dismissal rates have climbed significantly since 2021, when no cases were dismissed; by 2024, one-third of cases were dismissed. This upward trend suggests evolving prosecutorial or judicial practices in how these charges are resolved.

About one-fifth of weapons cases are reduced to lesser charges, most commonly to disorderly conduct (57% of all reductions), which can substantially affect a defendant's record and penalties. At pretrial, roughly one-third of defendants are released on their own recognizance while another third receive bail; few are remanded. Among those convicted, nearly half receive prison sentences, while about 22% are sentenced to probation. Cases take a median of 307 days from charge to disposition, representing a lengthy process.

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

16.4%

Dismissal Rate

83.6%

Conviction Rate

10.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

16.4%

83.6%

Dismissed 16.4% Convicted 83.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 57 public court records, Sullivan County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	30	10.3%	89.7%
D Felony	21	15.0%	85.0%

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 Weapons Offense outcomes in Sullivan County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	12	0.0%	100.0%
2022	9	11.1%	88.9%
2023	18	25.0%	75.0%
2024	12	33.3%	66.7%

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 Sullivan County are handled at arraignment.

32.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

32.1%

Bail Set

3.6%

Remanded

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

19.6% of Weapons Offense cases
in Sullivan County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Weapons Offense Disorderly Conduct

4 cases (44.4%)

Weapons Offense Criminal Contempt

2 cases (22.2%)

Weapons Offense Traffic Offense

1 cases (11.1%)

Weapons Offense Obstruction

1 cases (11.1%)

Weapons Offense Menacing

1 cases (11.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

4.3%

Jail

21.7%

Probation

45.7%

State Prison

10.9%

Fine Only

4.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Weapons Offense 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
Black	34	23.5%	76.5%
White	14	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 57 cases in Sullivan County, 16.4% are dismissed, 83.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Weapons Offense in Sullivan County is 16.4%, based on 57 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 Sullivan County takes 10.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

32.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 32.1% have bail set, and 3.6% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Weapons Offense in Sullivan County is 83.6%, based on 57 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.

19.6% of Weapons Offense cases in Sullivan County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Sullivan County has a 16.4% 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 Sullivan County, 4.3% receive a jail sentence, 21.7% receive probation, and 45.7% 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: 10.3% dismissal rate, 89.7% conviction rate (30 cases). D Felony: 15.0% dismissal rate, 85.0% conviction rate (21 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. 57 cases analyzed for Weapons Offense in Sullivan County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com