DWI in Suffolk County: What the Court Data Shows

According to 80,930 New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data records from 2019–2024, DWI / DUI cases across 61 New York counties have an average dismissal rate of 9.3% and an average conviction rate of 90.3%.

Suffolk County on Long Island processes a substantial volume of DWI cases, many stemming from its extensive roadway network and suburban geography. This guide examines what DCJS pretrial release data (2019-2024) reveals about DWI case handling in Suffolk County.

What Our Data Shows About DWI in Suffolk County

Our analysis of DWI cases in Suffolk County reveals:

• Suffolk's DWI pretrial release patterns reflect its suburban court system
• Charge reduction rates and plea patterns may differ from New York City counties
• The data shows how bail reform affected DWI processing in this jurisdiction over time

View DWI statistics for Suffolk County for detailed data.

Suffolk County Court Context

Suffolk County's criminal courts handle cases from across Long Island's largest county. The volume and nature of DWI enforcement may influence case composition and processing patterns in ways distinct from urban jurisdictions.

Pretrial Release Patterns

Our data tracks how pretrial release decisions for DWI cases in Suffolk County compare to statewide trends. Suburban counties may show different patterns from urban counties in how bail, ROR, and supervised release are applied to DWI defendants.

Next Steps

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