How long does a Criminal Contempt case take in Monroe County?

The average case takes 4.7 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Criminal Contempt in Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 69.7% dismissal rate (1856 cases). E Felony: 31.1% dismissal rate (982 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Criminal Contempt in Monroe County, NY — 55.2% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Criminal Contempt in Monroe County?

Based on 2839 cases in Monroe County, 55.2% are dismissed, 43.9% result in conviction, and 0.8% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.7 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Monroe County?

The dismissal rate is 55.2%, based on 2839 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Criminal Contempt charges reduced in Monroe County?

50.7% of Criminal Contempt cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Criminal contempt cases in Monroe County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the state average. With a 55.2% dismissal rate compared to 33% statewide, these charges are resolved in the defendant's favor more than 22 percentage points above the typical outcome. Over 2,800 cases tracked from 2019 to 2024 show this pattern strengthening slightly, with dismissals rising from 49.1% to 50.8%. Only 43.9% of criminal contempt charges result in conviction, and acquittals are rare at 0.8%, suggesting most cases simply do not proceed rather than going to trial.

Among cases that don't end in dismissal, half of all charges are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly disorderly conduct or harassment. When convictions do occur, jail sentences are the most common outcome at 23.7% of convicted defendants, while prison time is uncommon at just 2%. Most defendants charged with criminal contempt are released before trial on their own recognizance or with bail set around $1,000, though 7.2% are remanded into custody. Cases typically reach disposition within 140 days.

Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Avg duration measures arraignment to final disposition. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: March 2026

55.2%

Dismissal Rate

43.9%

Conviction Rate

4.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

55.2%

43.9%

Dismissed 55.2% Convicted 43.9% Acquitted 0.8%

Source: 2,839 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Criminal Contempt in Monroe County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	1,856	69.7%	29.5%
E Felony	982	31.1%	67.6%

Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest (e.g., A Felony is the most serious, B Misdemeanor the least). Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities, plea bargaining patterns, and case complexity. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Criminal Contempt outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	523	49.1%	50.0%
2020	425	56.5%	42.9%
2021	378	58.9%	39.8%
2022	303	56.2%	42.2%
2023	616	61.3%	37.7%
2024	592	50.8%	48.6%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Criminal Contempt in Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

33.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

23.0%

Bail Set

7.2%

Remanded

$1,000

Median Bail Amount

Pretrial release data reflects arraignment outcomes under New York's bail reform laws. ROR = Released on Own Recognizance. Bail Set = cash bail or bond required. Remanded = held without bail.

Charge Reductions

50.7% of Criminal Contempt cases
in Monroe County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Criminal Contempt Disorderly Conduct

297 cases (60.6%)

Criminal Contempt Harassment

178 cases (36.3%)

Criminal Contempt Other

9 cases (1.8%)

Criminal Contempt Obstruction

3 cases (0.6%)

Criminal Contempt Assault

3 cases (0.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Contempt convictions in Monroe County.

23.7%

Jail

10.0%

Probation

2.0%

State Prison

1.2%

Fine Only

6.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Criminal Contempt in Monroe County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,704	57.5%	41.5%
White	705	50.0%	48.7%
Hispanic	394	54.4%	45.3%
Asian	17	45.5%	54.5%

Disparities in case outcomes reflect well-documented systemic factors including policing patterns, socioeconomic inequality, and structural bias in the criminal justice system. These statistics should not be used to draw conclusions about any individual or group. Data sourced from DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your case.

Based on 2,839 cases in Monroe County, 55.2% are dismissed, 43.9% result in conviction, and 0.8% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt in Monroe County is 55.2%, based on 2,839 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Criminal Contempt case in Monroe County takes 4.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

33.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 23.0% have bail set, and 7.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Contempt in Monroe County is 43.9%, based on 2,839 cases from public court records. This includes both guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.

50.7% of Criminal Contempt cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Monroe County has a 55.2% dismissal rate for Criminal Contempt cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Criminal Contempt overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Criminal Contempt in Monroe County, 23.7% receive a jail sentence, 10.0% receive probation, and 2.0% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 69.7% dismissal rate, 29.5% conviction rate (1,856 cases). E Felony: 31.1% dismissal rate, 67.6% conviction rate (982 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns due to prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining dynamics.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 2,839 cases analyzed for Criminal Contempt in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com