DWI in Suffolk County: What the Court Data Shows

In Suffolk County, 4.3% of 10,270 DWI / DUI cases (DCJS, 2019–2024) were dismissed; 95.4% ended in conviction. Median case duration: 278 days. Pretrial release: 86.8% ROR. Median bail when set: $2,500. 5.9% of cases were reduced to a lesser charge, most commonly Traffic Offense.

Suffolk DWI / DUI — By the Numbers

4.3%

Dismissal Rate

95.4%

Conviction Rate

278

Median Days to Disposition

Pretrial Release (Suffolk County)

86.8%

Released on Recognizance

5.0%

Bail Set

$2,500

Median Bail When Set

Sentencing Profile (Suffolk County)

For the 95.4% of 10,270 DWI / DUI cases that ended in conviction in Suffolk County: 78.6% received a fine only; 14.1% received probation; 5.0% received a jail sentence; 0.6% 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 Suffolk 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.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our analysis of DCJS pretrial release records from 2019-2024 shows that Suffolk County has distinct DWI case patterns, reflecting its suburban and semi-rural character. Visit our Suffolk County DWI data page for detailed statistics.

Our data shows differences in DWI processing between Suffolk and neighboring Nassau County, including variation in pretrial release rates and charge reduction patterns. Use our county comparison tools to see side-by-side data.

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

Related Data

DWI / DUI

80,930 cases · 5.1% dismissed

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