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

The average case takes 3.3 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 Livingston County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Disorderly Conduct in Livingston County, NY — 22.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 22.2%, based on 20 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 Livingston County?

61.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Livingston County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

In Livingston County, disorderly conduct cases result in conviction about 72 percent of the time, which is notably higher than the statewide pattern. The county's dismissal rate of 22.2 percent runs about 5 percentage points below the statewide average of 27.1 percent, suggesting prosecutors are more likely to move these cases toward trial or guilty plea here. The trend is moving in the direction of fewer dismissals—the rate dropped from 28.6 percent in 2023 to 22.2 percent in 2024—indicating tighter prosecution of these charges over time.

Charge reductions occur frequently in Livingston County disorderly conduct cases, with 61.5 percent of defendants having charges reduced to lesser offenses. Most often these reductions land on criminal contempt, accounting for 87.5 percent of all reductions. At pretrial, nearly half of defendants have bail set, while about a quarter are remanded. Among those convicted, jail sentences dominate the outcome, given to 53.8 percent of convicted defendants, while prison time occurs in about 23 percent of cases.

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

22.2%

Dismissal Rate

72.2%

Conviction Rate

3.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

22.2%

72.2%

Dismissed 22.2% Convicted 72.2% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 5.6%

Source: 20 public court records, Livingston County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Disorderly Conduct outcomes in Livingston County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	7	28.6%	71.4%
2024	11	22.2%	66.7%

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 Livingston County are handled at arraignment.

20.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

46.7%

Bail Set

26.7%

Remanded

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

61.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Livingston County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

7 cases (87.5%)

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Trespass

1 cases (12.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

53.8%

Jail

7.7%

Probation

23.1%

State Prison

7.7%

Fine Only

7.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	15	30.8%	61.5%

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 20 cases in Livingston County, 22.2% are dismissed, 72.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Livingston County is 22.2%, based on 20 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 Livingston County takes 3.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

20.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 46.7% have bail set, and 26.7% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Livingston County is 72.2%, based on 20 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.

61.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Livingston County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Livingston County has a 22.2% 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 Livingston County, 53.8% receive a jail sentence, 7.7% receive probation, and 23.1% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 20 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Livingston County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com