Strangulation in New York: What the Court Data Shows

According to 45,190 DCJS pretrial release records from 2019–2024, Strangulation cases across 49 New York counties have an average dismissal rate of 74.2% and an average conviction rate of 25.6%.

Strangulation charges in New York were created by legislation in 2010 and are commonly associated with domestic violence cases. This page examines what DCJS pretrial release records (2019-2024) reveal about how strangulation cases are handled across the state.

What Our Data Shows About Strangulation Outcomes

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

• Strangulation charges often appear in the context of domestic violence cases
• Pretrial release decisions for strangulation may reflect safety concerns for complainants
• Charge reduction patterns for strangulation vary across counties

View strangulation statistics across all New York counties

Variation Across New York

Strangulation case outcomes vary across New York's counties. Because these charges frequently arise in domestic situations, the data may reflect local approaches to domestic violence prosecution, available protective measures, and how courts weigh complainant safety in pretrial release decisions.

Pretrial Release Patterns

Strangulation charges carry pretrial release considerations that extend beyond charge severity to include complainant safety. Our data tracks how bail, ROR, and remand rates for strangulation differ across counties. The 2022 bail reform amendments affected how some of these cases are handled at arraignment.

Understanding the Statistics

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