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

The average case takes 6.7 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 Nassau County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 11.0% dismissal rate (500 cases). A Misdemeanor: 43.1% dismissal rate (52 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Nassau County, NY — 16.7% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 16.7%, based on 582 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 Nassau County?

68.1% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

In Nassau County, disorderly conduct charges result in conviction in roughly 83 out of 100 cases—significantly higher than the statewide conviction rate of about 73 percent. The dismissal rate of 16.7 percent falls 10.4 percentage points below the statewide average of 27.1 percent, indicating Nassau County prosecutors pursue these charges more aggressively or judges are less inclined to dismiss them locally. The trend has moved further against defendants: dismissals have declined from 16.7 percent in 2019 to 13.9 percent in 2024, suggesting the county's handling of disorderly conduct has become stricter over the past five years.

Most disorderly conduct cases in Nassau County are resolved within about six months. When charges proceed, 68 percent are reduced to lower offenses—primarily criminal contempt in nearly 88 percent of those reductions—rather than tried as originally charged. Of those convicted, jail time is the most common outcome at 42.6 percent, followed by probation at 12.9 percent. Bail is set in about 47 percent of cases with a median amount of five thousand dollars, while roughly one-fifth of defendants are released on recognizance without bail.

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

16.7%

Dismissal Rate

83.1%

Conviction Rate

6.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

16.7%

83.1%

Dismissed 16.7% Convicted 83.1% Acquitted 0.2%

Source: 582 public court records, Nassau County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	500	11.0%	89.0%
A Misdemeanor	52	43.1%	56.9%
B Misdemeanor	29	61.5%	34.6%

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 Nassau County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	96	16.7%	83.3%
2020	106	18.1%	81.9%
2021	126	13.8%	86.2%
2022	106	17.8%	81.2%
2023	65	22.4%	77.6%
2024	83	13.9%	86.1%

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 Nassau County are handled at arraignment.

20.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

47.4%

Bail Set

0.3%

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

68.1% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Nassau County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

233 cases (83.5%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

17 cases (6.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

15 cases (5.4%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

9 cases (3.2%)

Disorderly Conduct Aggravated Harassment

5 cases (1.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

42.6%

Jail

12.9%

Probation

4.9%

State Prison

8.9%

Fine Only

4.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	256	17.6%	81.9%
Black	203	14.3%	85.7%
Hispanic	104	14.9%	85.1%

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 582 cases in Nassau County, 16.7% are dismissed, 83.1% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Nassau County is 16.7%, based on 582 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 Nassau County takes 6.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

20.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 47.4% have bail set, and 0.3% 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 Nassau County is 83.1%, based on 582 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.

68.1% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Nassau County has a 16.7% 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 Nassau County, 42.6% receive a jail sentence, 12.9% receive probation, and 4.9% 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: 11.0% dismissal rate, 89.0% conviction rate (500 cases). A Misdemeanor: 43.1% dismissal rate, 56.9% conviction rate (52 cases). B Misdemeanor: 61.5% dismissal rate, 34.6% conviction rate (29 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. 582 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Nassau County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com