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

The average case takes 5.6 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 Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 22.5% dismissal rate (158 cases). A Misdemeanor: 58.4% dismissal rate (111 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Monroe County, NY — 43.5% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 43.5%, based on 303 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 Monroe County?

31.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Monroe County dismisses disorderly conduct charges at substantially higher rates than the state average, with 43.5 percent of the 303 cases resulting in dismissal compared to 27.1 percent statewide. This 16.4 percentage point gap suggests the charge is handled more leniently in Monroe County, though conviction still occurs in 55.7 percent of cases. The trend moves in the opposite direction: dismissal rates have declined from 53.5 percent in 2019 to 39.2 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors or courts are moving toward stricter outcomes on this charge over the five-year period.

Pretrial outcomes in Monroe County show most defendants are released before trial, with 31.7 percent released on their own recognizance and only 10.5 percent remanded. When bail is set, the median amount is $1,000. Among defendants convicted, jail sentences are most common at 21.2 percent of outcomes, while probation follows at 14.4 percent. Notably, charge reductions occur in nearly one-third of cases, with 76.9 percent of those reductions downgrading to Criminal Contempt, suggesting prosecutors or judges frequently view the original charge as overstated and move to a lesser offense.

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

43.5%

Dismissal Rate

55.7%

Conviction Rate

5.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

43.5%

55.7%

Dismissed 43.5% Convicted 55.7% Acquitted 0.4%

Source: 303 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	158	22.5%	76.0%
A Misdemeanor	111	58.4%	41.6%
B Misdemeanor	30	89.3%	10.7%

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 Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	47	53.5%	46.5%
2020	68	52.5%	47.5%
2021	36	43.8%	53.1%
2022	37	41.2%	58.8%
2023	49	26.8%	73.2%
2024	66	39.2%	58.8%

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 Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

31.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

20.2%

Bail Set

10.5%

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

31.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

30 cases (69.8%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

5 cases (11.6%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

4 cases (9.3%)

Disorderly Conduct Strangulation

2 cases (4.7%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

2 cases (4.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

21.2%

Jail

14.4%

Probation

8.2%

State Prison

1.4%

Fine Only

6.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	161	48.6%	50.7%
White	103	32.1%	67.9%
Hispanic	37	51.4%	45.7%

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 303 cases in Monroe County, 43.5% are dismissed, 55.7% result in conviction, and 0.4% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Monroe County is 43.5%, based on 303 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 Monroe County takes 5.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

31.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 20.2% have bail set, and 10.5% 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 Monroe County is 55.7%, based on 303 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.

31.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Monroe County has a 43.5% 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 Monroe County, 21.2% receive a jail sentence, 14.4% receive probation, and 8.2% 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: 22.5% dismissal rate, 76.0% conviction rate (158 cases). A Misdemeanor: 58.4% dismissal rate, 41.6% conviction rate (111 cases). B Misdemeanor: 89.3% dismissal rate, 10.7% conviction rate (30 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. 303 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com