How long does a Disorderly Conduct case take in New York County?

The average case takes 5.3 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 New York County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 59.2% dismissal rate (165 cases). A Misdemeanor: 62.7% dismissal rate (158 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in New York County, NY — 63.4% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 63.4%, based on 393 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 New York County?

37.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

Disorderly conduct cases in New York County have a strikingly high dismissal rate of 63.4 percent, more than double the statewide average of 27.1 percent. This 36-point gap is one of the largest disparities across charge types and suggests the county handles these cases more leniently than the rest of the state. The trend accelerated over the past five years, with dismissals climbing from 44.8 percent in 2019 to 76.1 percent in 2024, indicating a sustained shift toward case closure rather than conviction.

Most disorderly conduct defendants in New York County are released before trial without bail through recognizance (52.2 percent), while fewer than 1 percent are remanded. Among the 36.6 percent who are convicted, the majority receive time served or jail sentences of less than a year. Notably, 37 percent of cases are reduced to lesser charges, with nearly half reduced to unspecified offenses and about a third to criminal contempt. The median time from charge to case resolution is 160 days, and the median bail amount when set is $1,750.

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

63.4%

Dismissal Rate

36.6%

Conviction Rate

5.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

63.4%

36.6%

Dismissed 63.4% Convicted 36.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 393 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	165	59.2%	40.8%
A Misdemeanor	158	62.7%	37.3%
B Misdemeanor	66	76.2%	23.8%

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 New York County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	89	44.8%	55.2%
2020	47	77.8%	22.2%
2021	69	52.3%	47.7%
2022	46	65.1%	34.9%
2023	59	73.7%	26.3%
2024	74	76.1%	23.9%

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 New York County are handled at arraignment.

52.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.5%

Bail Set

0.3%

Remanded

$1,750

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

37.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in New York County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Other

15 cases (35.7%)

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

12 cases (28.6%)

Disorderly Conduct Aggravated Harassment

6 cases (14.3%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

5 cases (11.9%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

4 cases (9.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Disorderly Conduct convictions in New York County.

18.1%

Jail

1.4%

Probation

6.5%

State Prison

1.4%

Fine Only

37.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	169	63.7%	36.3%
Hispanic	122	66.4%	33.6%
White	75	64.8%	35.2%
Asian	24	45.8%	54.2%

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 393 cases in New York County, 63.4% are dismissed, 36.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in New York County is 63.4%, based on 393 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 New York County takes 5.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

52.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.5% have bail set, and 0.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,750. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in New York County is 36.6%, based on 393 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.

37.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

New York County has a 63.4% 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 New York County, 18.1% receive a jail sentence, 1.4% receive probation, and 6.5% 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: 59.2% dismissal rate, 40.8% conviction rate (165 cases). A Misdemeanor: 62.7% dismissal rate, 37.3% conviction rate (158 cases). B Misdemeanor: 76.2% dismissal rate, 23.8% conviction rate (66 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. 393 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in New York County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com