DWI in Bronx County: What the Court Data Shows

In Bronx County, 31.8% of 3,091 DWI / DUI cases (DCJS, 2019–2024) were dismissed; 67.5% ended in conviction. Median case duration: 241 days. Pretrial release: 96.3% ROR. Median bail when set: $1. 6.7% of cases were reduced to a lesser charge, most commonly Traffic Offense.

Bronx DWI / DUI — By the Numbers

Pretrial Release (Bronx County)

Sentencing Profile (Bronx County)

For the 67.5% of 3,091 DWI / DUI cases that ended in conviction in Bronx County: 81.2% received a fine only; 4.4% received probation; 1.5% received a jail sentence; 0.2% received a state prison sentence. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case.

Source: NY DCJS Pretrial Release Data (2019–2024). See our methodology for definitions. Statutory references: NY VTL § 1192 (driving while intoxicated). For the full Bronx County DWI / DUI profile, see our data page.

Bronx County stands out in the DWI data. With 3,091 DWI cases processed between 2019 and 2024, the Bronx has a dismissal rate more than six times the statewide average — making it one of the most distinct DWI jurisdictions in New York.

What Our Data Shows About DWI in Bronx County

Based on our analysis of 3,091 DWI cases in Bronx County (DCJS, 2019-2024):

• The dismissal rate is 31.8% — compared to the statewide DWI average of 5.1%
• The conviction rate is 67.5%, well below the statewide average of 94.5%
• The median case takes 241 days to resolve, significantly above the statewide 164-day average

View DWI statistics for Bronx County for detailed data.

Bronx County Court Context

The Bronx Criminal Court and Supreme Court handle a high volume of cases across all charge types. The county's 31.8% DWI dismissal rate is a striking outlier — roughly one in three DWI cases ends in dismissal, compared to one in twenty statewide. The 241-day median timeline is also well above average, reflecting the pace of a high-volume urban court system.

Pretrial Release Patterns

DWI pretrial release decisions in the Bronx reflect the dynamics of one of New York City's busiest court systems. Our data tracks ROR, bail, and supervised release rates for DWI charges over the 2019-2024 period, showing how the Bronx's distinctive dismissal and conviction patterns relate to pretrial decisions at arraignment.

Next Steps

For information about DWI laws and potential penalties, consult a licensed New York attorney. View Bronx County DWI statistics or compare DWI outcomes across all New York counties.