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

The average case takes 4.8 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 Erie County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 37.6% dismissal rate (165 cases). A Misdemeanor: 57.6% dismissal rate (125 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Erie County, NY — 54.7% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 54.7%, based on 362 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 Erie County?

40.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Disorderly conduct cases in Erie County are dismissed at a rate far higher than the state average, with 54.7% of the 362 cases ending in dismissal compared to just 27.1% statewide—a gap of 27.6 percentage points. This suggests Erie County prosecutors or courts treat disorderly conduct charges skeptically, viewing many as lacking sufficient evidence or merit. The trend strengthens this pattern: dismissal rates rose from 50% in 2019 to 62.4% in 2024, indicating growing skepticism of these charges over time. With zero acquittals recorded, the outcome is almost entirely shaped by prosecutorial or judicial decisions to dismiss rather than by trial verdicts.

Defendants arrested for disorderly conduct in Erie County face relatively favorable pretrial conditions, with over half released on their own recognizance without bail. Among those who receive bail, the median amount is $5,000. Notably, 40% of charges brought are reduced to lesser offenses—most commonly Criminal Contempt (71.4% of all reductions)—before trial or conviction. For the 45.3% who are convicted, jail time is the most common outcome at 22.1%, though fines (13.8%) and time-served sentences (13.1%) are also frequent, suggesting judges typically impose shorter or milder penalties rather than prison sentences.

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

54.7%

Dismissal Rate

45.3%

Conviction Rate

4.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

54.7%

45.3%

Dismissed 54.7% Convicted 45.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 362 public court records, Erie County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	165	37.6%	62.4%
A Misdemeanor	125	57.6%	42.4%
B Misdemeanor	69	86.4%	13.6%

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 Disorderly Conduct outcomes in Erie County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	88	50.0%	50.0%
2020	37	50.0%	50.0%
2021	40	38.7%	61.3%
2022	28	56.0%	44.0%
2023	66	59.7%	40.3%
2024	102	62.4%	37.6%

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 Disorderly Conduct in Erie County are handled at arraignment.

52.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

28.0%

Bail Set

6.3%

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

40.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Erie County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

35 cases (66.0%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

11 cases (20.8%)

Disorderly Conduct Traffic Offense

3 cases (5.7%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

2 cases (3.8%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

2 cases (3.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

22.1%

Jail

7.6%

Probation

8.3%

State Prison

13.8%

Fine Only

13.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	177	59.9%	40.1%
White	152	49.3%	50.7%
Hispanic	20	36.8%	63.2%

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 362 cases in Erie County, 54.7% are dismissed, 45.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Erie County is 54.7%, based on 362 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 Erie County takes 4.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

52.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 28.0% have bail set, and 6.3% 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 Erie County is 45.3%, based on 362 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.

40.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Erie County has a 54.7% 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 Erie County, 22.1% receive a jail sentence, 7.6% receive probation, and 8.3% 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: 37.6% dismissal rate, 62.4% conviction rate (165 cases). A Misdemeanor: 57.6% dismissal rate, 42.4% conviction rate (125 cases). B Misdemeanor: 86.4% dismissal rate, 13.6% conviction rate (69 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. 362 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Erie County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com