Assault in New York: What the Court Data Shows

According to 214,542 DCJS pretrial release records from 2019–2024, Assault cases across 59 New York counties have an average dismissal rate of 74.2% and an average conviction rate of 25.4%.

Assault is one of the most frequently charged offenses in New York criminal courts, ranging from misdemeanor assault in the third degree to felony assault charges. This page examines what DCJS pretrial release records (2019-2024) reveal about how assault cases are resolved across the state's 62 counties.

What Our Data Shows About Assault Outcomes

Based on our analysis of assault cases across New York courts (DCJS pretrial release records, 2019-2024):

• Pretrial release decisions for assault charges vary significantly by county and charge severity
• Charge reductions from felony to misdemeanor assault appear at notable rates in the data
• The balance between ROR, bail, and remand differs substantially for assault cases across jurisdictions

View assault statistics across all New York counties

Variation Across New York

Assault outcomes differ considerably across New York's counties. Urban counties with high caseloads may process assault cases differently from rural counties. Our data shows that pretrial release rates, charge reduction frequencies, and disposition patterns for assault all vary by geography — reflecting local court practices, prosecutorial policies, and available diversion programs.

Pretrial Release Patterns

Assault charges span a wide range of severity, from Class A misdemeanors to Class B felonies. Our data shows that pretrial release decisions for assault reflect this range — misdemeanor assaults are more likely to result in ROR, while felony assault charges show higher bail and remand rates. Bail reform and its 2022 amendments affected these patterns differently across counties.

Understanding the Statistics

When reviewing assault data, keep in mind:

• Statistics reflect aggregate patterns from DCJS pretrial release records — individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case
• County-level differences may reflect local practices, caseload volumes, and available programs
• Data covers 2019-2024, a period that includes bail reform and its subsequent amendments

Next Steps

For information about assault laws and potential penalties, consult a licensed New York attorney or visit the New York Penal Law. To explore the data, view our assault statistics by county.