Criminal Trespass in New York: What the Court Data Shows

According to 18,946 DCJS pretrial release records from 2019–2024, Criminal Trespass cases across 46 New York counties have an average dismissal rate of 56.5% and an average conviction rate of 43.4%.

Criminal trespass charges in New York range from violations to felonies depending on the degree. This page examines what DCJS pretrial release records (2019-2024) reveal about how criminal trespass cases are handled across 62 counties.

What Our Data Shows About Criminal Trespass Outcomes

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

• Pretrial release patterns for criminal trespass reflect the wide range of severity levels within this charge category
• Charge reduction rates suggest many trespass cases are resolved to lower-level offenses
• Urban counties with higher rates of trespass enforcement may show distinct patterns

View criminal trespass statistics across all New York counties

Variation Across New York

Criminal trespass outcomes vary across New York, with urban counties likely seeing higher volumes than rural areas. The data shows county-level differences in pretrial release, charge reduction, and disposition patterns that may reflect local enforcement priorities and court practices.

Pretrial Release Patterns

Criminal trespass charges span a wide severity range. Lower-level trespass charges are generally subject to bail reform provisions limiting bail, while higher-degree trespass (a felony) may be bail-eligible. Our data captures these distinctions in pretrial release patterns across counties.

Understanding the Statistics

When reviewing criminal trespass 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 criminal trespass laws and potential penalties, consult a licensed New York attorney or visit the New York Penal Law. To explore the data, view our criminal trespass statistics by county.