DWI in Nassau County: What the Court Data Shows

In Nassau County, 9.3% of 8,057 DWI / DUI cases (DCJS, 2019–2024) were dismissed; 90.4% ended in conviction. Median case duration: 217 days. Pretrial release: 82.9% ROR. Median bail when set: $1,500. 2.8% of cases were reduced to a lesser charge, most commonly Traffic Offense.

Nassau DWI / DUI — By the Numbers

9.3%

Dismissal Rate

90.4%

Conviction Rate

217

Median Days to Disposition

Pretrial Release (Nassau County)

82.9%

Released on Recognizance

5.2%

Bail Set

$1,500

Median Bail When Set

Sentencing Profile (Nassau County)

For the 90.4% of 8,057 DWI / DUI cases that ended in conviction in Nassau County: 59.2% received a fine only; 22.2% received probation; 17.3% received a jail sentence; 0.9% 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 Nassau County DWI / DUI profile, see our data page.

Disclaimer: This page provides statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws and penalties change — consult a licensed New York attorney and the New York Penal Law for current legal information. Past court outcomes do not predict future results.

Nassau County is one of New York's most populous suburban counties and handles a significant volume of DWI cases. This guide examines what DCJS pretrial release data (2019-2024) reveals about DWI case processing in Nassau County.

What Our Data Shows About DWI in Nassau County

Our analysis of DWI cases in Nassau County reveals:

Nassau's DWI pretrial release patterns reflect its suburban court practices
Charge reduction rates show how plea negotiations play out in this jurisdiction
The data captures bail reform effects on DWI processing over the 2019-2024 period

View DWI statistics for Nassau County for detailed data.

Nassau County Court Context

Nassau County's district and county courts serve a densely populated suburban area adjacent to New York City. The county's DWI enforcement patterns and court processing may reflect its commuter-heavy population and extensive local road network.

Pretrial Release Patterns

Our data tracks pretrial release decisions for DWI cases in Nassau County, including ROR, bail, and supervised release rates. Nassau County's patterns may differ from both New York City boroughs and more rural upstate counties, reflecting its position as a large suburban jurisdiction.

Next Steps

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Our analysis of DCJS pretrial release records from 2019-2024 shows that Nassau County processes DWI cases with patterns that reflect its suburban character. Visit our Nassau County DWI data page for detailed statistics.

Our data suggests differences between Nassau County and the NYC boroughs in how DWI cases are processed, including pretrial release rates and charge reduction patterns. Suburban counties often show distinct approaches compared to urban courts.

For legal advice about a DWI charge in Nassau County, consult a licensed New York attorney who practices in Nassau County courts. Our site provides court statistics, not legal recommendations.

Related Data

DWI / DUI

80,930 cases · 5.1% dismissed

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