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

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (32 cases). B Misdemeanor: 60.0% dismissal rate (10 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Clinton County, NY — 17.4% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 17.4%, based on 51 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 Clinton County?

36.8% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Clinton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

In Clinton County, disorderly conduct cases result in conviction 82.6 percent of the time, nearly 10 percentage points higher than the statewide dismissal rate of 27.1 percent. Over the past five years, dismissals have declined sharply from 45.5 percent in 2020 to 25 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors have become more successful at securing convictions on these charges. With no acquittals recorded in the county's 51 cases, trials rarely result in not-guilty verdicts for this offense.

Pretrial conditions in Clinton County are relatively permissive: 44.7 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance, though 13.2 percent are remanded without bail and those who receive bail face a median amount of $3,500. Among convicted defendants, outcomes are mixed. Nearly 29 percent receive prison sentences, while roughly equal portions receive jail time or fines at 18.4 percent each. Notably, 36.8 percent of cases are reduced to lesser charges, most commonly to Criminal Contempt, suggesting prosecutors sometimes downgrade the original charge during case processing.

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

17.4%

Dismissal Rate

82.6%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

17.4%

82.6%

Dismissed 17.4% Convicted 82.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 51 public court records, Clinton County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	32	0.0%	100.0%
B Misdemeanor	10	60.0%	40.0%
A Misdemeanor	9	25.0%	75.0%

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 Clinton County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	12	45.5%	54.5%
2022	12	10.0%	90.0%
2023	14	0.0%	100.0%
2024	8	25.0%	75.0%

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 Clinton County are handled at arraignment.

44.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.5%

Bail Set

13.2%

Remanded

$3,500

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

36.8% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Clinton County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

5 cases (45.5%)

Disorderly Conduct Drug Sale

2 cases (18.2%)

Disorderly Conduct Aggravated Harassment

2 cases (18.2%)

Disorderly Conduct Other Penal Law

1 cases (9.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

1 cases (9.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

18.4%

Jail

15.8%

Probation

28.9%

State Prison

18.4%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	42	18.9%	81.1%

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 51 cases in Clinton County, 17.4% are dismissed, 82.6% 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 Clinton County is 17.4%, based on 51 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 Clinton County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

44.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.5% have bail set, and 13.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $3,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Clinton County is 82.6%, based on 51 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.

36.8% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Clinton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Clinton County has a 17.4% 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 Clinton County, 18.4% receive a jail sentence, 15.8% receive probation, and 28.9% 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: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (32 cases). B Misdemeanor: 60.0% dismissal rate, 40.0% conviction rate (10 cases). A Misdemeanor: 25.0% dismissal rate, 75.0% 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. 51 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Clinton County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com