Assault vs Reckless Endangerment in New York
Side-by-side comparison based on 227,891 New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data records · 2019–2024
Statistics from DCJS pretrial release data for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. These are different charges with different legal elements — consult a licensed New York attorney for guidance on your specific situation.
According to 227,891 DCJS pretrial release records from 2019–2024, Assault cases across 59 New York counties have an average dismissal rate of 74.2% and conviction rate of 25.4%, while Reckless Endangerment cases across 34 counties have an average dismissal rate of 51.6% and conviction rate of 47.9%.
Top Counties Comparison
How the highest-volume counties handle each charge.
Assault — Top Counties
Source: DCJS Pretrial Release Data, 2019–2024 — NewYorkCourtFile.com
What the Data Shows
Assault and Reckless Endangerment are distinct charges with different legal elements, but defendants sometimes face questions about how they compare. Based on 227,891 New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data records from 2019–2024:
- Volume: Assault is more commonly charged (214,542 cases) than Reckless Endangerment (13,349 cases)
- Dismissals: Assault has a higher average dismissal rate (74.2%) compared to Reckless Endangerment (51.6%)
- Variation: Both charges show significant variation in outcomes across New York counties — the county where a case is heard matters
These statistics reflect aggregate patterns across New York counties and do not predict individual case outcomes. The legal elements, potential consequences, and defense considerations differ between these charges. Consult a licensed New York attorney for guidance on your specific situation.
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