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

The average case takes 6.4 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 Cayuga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 0.6% dismissal rate (163 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate (22 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Cayuga County, NY — 0.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 0.6%, based on 187 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 Cayuga County?

36.1% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

In Cayuga County, disorderly conduct cases move toward conviction far more aggressively than the statewide pattern. The county's conviction rate sits at 98.3 percent against a dismissal rate of just 0.6 percent—meaning Cayuga County dismisses these charges at a rate 26.5 percentage points below the statewide average of 27.1 percent. Across 187 cases, this translates to a system where disorderly conduct charges rarely get dropped before trial. The dismissal trend from 2019 to 2024 has been declining, reinforcing this pattern.

When defendants are convicted in Cayuga County, prison sentences dominate outcomes. A plurality of 42.6 percent receive prison time, while jail sentences account for another 30.2 percent. About one-third of disorderly conduct charges—36.1 percent—get reduced before conviction, typically downward to criminal contempt in nearly nine out of ten reduction cases. At the pretrial stage, most defendants face bail requirements: 42.5 percent have bail set with a median of five thousand dollars, while 26.2 percent are remanded without release and 23.8 percent are released on recognizance. Cases take a median of 192 days to resolve.

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

0.6%

Dismissal Rate

98.3%

Conviction Rate

6.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

98.3%

Dismissed 0.6% Convicted 98.3% Acquitted 0.6%

Source: 187 public court records, Cayuga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	163	0.6%	98.1%
A Misdemeanor	22	0.0%	100.0%

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 Cayuga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	8	0.0%	100.0%
2020	11	0.0%	88.9%
2021	29	0.0%	96.4%
2022	48	2.3%	97.7%
2023	45	0.0%	100.0%
2024	46	0.0%	100.0%

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 Cayuga County are handled at arraignment.

23.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

42.5%

Bail Set

26.2%

Remanded

$5,000

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

36.1% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Cayuga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

47 cases (81.0%)

Disorderly Conduct Strangulation

3 cases (5.2%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

3 cases (5.2%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

3 cases (5.2%)

Disorderly Conduct Endangering Welfare of a Child

2 cases (3.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

30.2%

Jail

11.8%

Probation

42.6%

State Prison

1.8%

Fine Only

3.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	130	0.0%	98.3%
Black	49	2.2%	97.8%

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 187 cases in Cayuga County, 0.6% are dismissed, 98.3% result in conviction, and 0.6% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Cayuga County is 0.6%, based on 187 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 Cayuga County takes 6.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

23.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 42.5% have bail set, and 26.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Cayuga County is 98.3%, based on 187 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.

36.1% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Cayuga County has a 0.6% 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 Cayuga County, 30.2% receive a jail sentence, 11.8% receive probation, and 42.6% 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: 0.6% dismissal rate, 98.1% conviction rate (163 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (22 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. 187 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Cayuga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com