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

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 95.9% dismissal rate (199 cases). A Misdemeanor: 78.1% dismissal rate (148 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Kings County, NY — 86.4% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 86.4%, based on 443 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 Kings County?

34.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Disorderly conduct cases in Kings County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average. The 86.4% dismissal rate far exceeds the statewide average of 27.1%, a difference of 59 percentage points. Only 13.4% of disorderly conduct cases result in conviction in Kings County, and no defendants were acquitted during this period. This pattern suggests the charge is treated as marginal in this county—prosecutors may be filing cases that don't meet a strong threshold for prosecution, or judges and juries are consistently finding the evidence insufficient. The dismissal rate has remained stable from 2019 to 2024, hovering around 84%, indicating this is a consistent practice rather than a temporary trend.

Among the cases that proceed, most defendants are released without bail before trial: 60.9% received release on their own recognizance while only 6.6% had bail set, with a median of $2,500. When convictions do occur, roughly one-third of sentences involve jail time, but the largest single outcome is time served (31%), meaning many convicted defendants spend minimal or no additional time incarcerated. Charge reductions occur in about one-third of cases, with Criminal Contempt replacing disorderly conduct in 44% of those reductions. The median disposition takes 180 days, suggesting cases move through the system at a moderate

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

86.4%

Dismissal Rate

13.4%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

86.4%

13.4%

Dismissed 86.4% Convicted 13.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 443 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	199	95.9%	3.6%
A Misdemeanor	148	78.1%	21.9%
E Felony	90	83.0%	17.0%
D Felony	6	20.0%	80.0%

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 Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	175	84.8%	14.6%
2020	55	88.9%	11.1%
2021	62	93.5%	6.5%
2022	44	79.5%	20.5%
2023	55	94.2%	5.8%
2024	45	84.1%	15.9%

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 Kings County are handled at arraignment.

60.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.6%

Bail Set

0.5%

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

34.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Kings County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

4 cases (30.8%)

Disorderly Conduct Aggravated Harassment

3 cases (23.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

2 cases (15.4%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

2 cases (15.4%)

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Trespass

2 cases (15.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

8.6%

Jail

3.4%

Probation

1.7%

State Prison

5.2%

Fine Only

31.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	314	90.6%	9.1%
Hispanic	69	81.2%	18.8%
White	39	65.8%	34.2%
Asian	18	76.5%	23.5%

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 443 cases in Kings County, 86.4% are dismissed, 13.4% 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 Kings County is 86.4%, based on 443 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 Kings County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

60.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.6% have bail set, and 0.5% 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 Kings County is 13.4%, based on 443 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.

34.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Kings County has a 86.4% 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 Kings County, 8.6% receive a jail sentence, 3.4% receive probation, and 1.7% 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. B Misdemeanor: 95.9% dismissal rate, 3.6% conviction rate (199 cases). A Misdemeanor: 78.1% dismissal rate, 21.9% conviction rate (148 cases). E Felony: 83.0% dismissal rate, 17.0% conviction rate (90 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. 443 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com