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

The average case takes 4.5 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 Madison County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 10.7% dismissal rate (32 cases). A Misdemeanor: 37.5% dismissal rate (14 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Madison County, NY — 15.8% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 15.8%, based on 48 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 Madison County?

65.6% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Madison County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Disorderly conduct cases in Madison County result in conviction far more often than the statewide average. The county's 84.2 percent conviction rate stands against a dismissal rate of just 15.8 percent—more than 11 percentage points below the state average of 27.1 percent dismissal. No defendants were acquitted in the 48 cases tracked, and cases moved to resolution in about 4.5 months on average. The low dismissal rate suggests Madison County handles these charges aggressively, though a recent upward trend in dismissals (from zero in 2022 to 16.7 percent by 2024) indicates some shifting patterns.

Most defendants charged with disorderly conduct in Madison County were released before trial, with roughly 60 percent released on their own recognizance and 35 percent given bail set around $1,000. Among those convicted, jail time was the most common outcome at 31.2 percent, followed by fines at 21.9 percent. A striking feature of these cases is the high rate of charge reduction: nearly two-thirds of defendants had charges reduced, predominantly to criminal contempt (nearly 65 percent of all reductions). This plea pattern suggests that while conviction rates are high, the actual charges many defendants face at sentencing are often lower than what they were initially charged with.

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

15.8%

Dismissal Rate

84.2%

Conviction Rate

4.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

15.8%

84.2%

Dismissed 15.8% Convicted 84.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 48 public court records, Madison County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	32	10.7%	89.3%
A Misdemeanor	14	37.5%	62.5%

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 Madison County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2022	14	0.0%	100.0%
2023	8	28.6%	71.4%
2024	14	16.7%	83.3%

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 Madison County are handled at arraignment.

60.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

34.9%

Bail Set

2.3%

Remanded

$1,000

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

65.6% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Madison County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

11 cases (57.9%)

Disorderly Conduct Aggravated Harassment

4 cases (21.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

2 cases (10.5%)

Disorderly Conduct Strangulation

1 cases (5.3%)

Disorderly Conduct Official Misconduct

1 cases (5.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

31.2%

Jail

6.2%

Probation

9.4%

State Prison

21.9%

Fine Only

12.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	40	19.4%	80.6%

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 48 cases in Madison County, 15.8% are dismissed, 84.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Madison County is 15.8%, based on 48 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 Madison County takes 4.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

60.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 34.9% have bail set, and 2.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Madison County is 84.2%, based on 48 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.

65.6% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Madison County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Madison County has a 15.8% 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 Madison County, 31.2% receive a jail sentence, 6.2% receive probation, and 9.4% 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: 10.7% dismissal rate, 89.3% conviction rate (32 cases). A Misdemeanor: 37.5% dismissal rate, 62.5% conviction rate (14 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. 48 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Madison County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com