How long does a Disorderly Conduct case take in Cattaraugus County?

The average case takes 6.0 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 Disorderly Conduct in Cattaraugus County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 17.1% dismissal rate (119 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate (12 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Cattaraugus County, NY — 18.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Cattaraugus County?

The dismissal rate is 18.0%, based on 140 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Disorderly Conduct charges reduced in Cattaraugus County?

62.2% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Disorderly conduct cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction in 82 percent of cases, well above the statewide dismissal rate of 27.1 percent. The county's 18 percent dismissal rate sits 9.1 percentage points below the state average, suggesting prosecutors are more successful securing convictions on this charge locally. A notable trend has made convictions even more likely: dismissal rates have dropped sharply from 42.9 percent in 2019 to 14.8 percent in 2024, indicating a sustained shift toward prosecution success over the past five years.

Charge reduction occurs in roughly six in ten disorderly conduct cases, with 70 percent of those reductions landing on criminal contempt rather than full conviction. Before trial, defendants face mixed pretrial conditions—roughly one-third receive release on their own recognizance while one-quarter face bail with a median amount of $2,500 and another quarter are remanded. When convictions do occur, jail time is the most common sentence at 35.4 percent, followed by probation at 15.9 percent and fines at 14.6 percent, with prison sentences rare at 6.1 percent.

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

18.0%

Dismissal Rate

82.0%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

18.0%

82.0%

Dismissed 18.0% Convicted 82.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 140 public court records, Cattaraugus County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Disorderly Conduct in Cattaraugus County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	119	17.1%	82.9%
A Misdemeanor	12	0.0%	100.0%
B Misdemeanor	9	57.1%	42.9%

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 Disorderly Conduct outcomes in Cattaraugus County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	42.9%	57.1%
2020	27	10.5%	89.5%
2021	20	9.1%	90.9%
2022	24	30.8%	69.2%
2023	27	17.4%	82.6%
2024	33	14.8%	85.2%

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 Disorderly Conduct in Cattaraugus County are handled at arraignment.

35.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

22.8%

Bail Set

23.5%

Remanded

$2,500

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

62.2% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Cattaraugus County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

26 cases (61.9%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

8 cases (19.0%)

Disorderly Conduct Endangering Welfare of a Child

3 cases (7.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Aggravated Harassment

3 cases (7.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Strangulation

2 cases (4.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Disorderly Conduct convictions in Cattaraugus County.

35.4%

Jail

15.9%

Probation

6.1%

State Prison

14.6%

Fine Only

4.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	75	23.6%	76.4%
Native American	39	3.6%	96.4%
Black	23	25.0%	75.0%

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 140 cases in Cattaraugus County, 18.0% are dismissed, 82.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Cattaraugus County is 18.0%, based on 140 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Disorderly Conduct case in Cattaraugus County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

35.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 22.8% have bail set, and 23.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Cattaraugus County is 82.0%, based on 140 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.

62.2% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Cattaraugus County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Cattaraugus County has a 18.0% dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Disorderly Conduct overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Disorderly Conduct in Cattaraugus County, 35.4% receive a jail sentence, 15.9% receive probation, and 6.1% 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. E Felony: 17.1% dismissal rate, 82.9% conviction rate (119 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (12 cases). B Misdemeanor: 57.1% dismissal rate, 42.9% conviction rate (9 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. 140 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Cattaraugus County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com