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

The average case takes 4.7 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 Niagara County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 23.7% dismissal rate (39 cases). E Felony: 21.9% dismissal rate (37 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Niagara County, NY — 27.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 27.2%, based on 100 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 Niagara County?

37.3% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Niagara County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

In Niagara County, disorderly conduct cases result in conviction about 73 percent of the time, matching the statewide dismissal rate almost exactly at 27.2 percent. Over the past five years, dismissals have trended upward slightly, rising from 27.3 percent in 2019 to 30 percent by 2024. No cases resulted in acquittals, meaning convictions came through guilty pleas or bench/jury verdicts rather than trial acquittals. Cases typically resolve in about 140 days.

More than one-third of disorderly conduct charges get reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly to criminal contempt or harassment. Among defendants convicted, jail sentences dominate outcomes at roughly 30 percent, with fines imposed in about 12 percent of cases and prison time rare at 1.5 percent. At pretrial, over half of defendants secured release on their own recognizance without bail, while those who had bail set faced a median amount of $500. Only 4.1 percent were remanded without release.

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

27.2%

Dismissal Rate

72.8%

Conviction Rate

4.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

27.2%

72.8%

Dismissed 27.2% Convicted 72.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 100 public court records, Niagara County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	39	23.7%	76.3%
E Felony	37	21.9%	78.1%
B Misdemeanor	24	40.9%	59.1%

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 Niagara County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	24	27.3%	72.7%
2020	8	28.6%	71.4%
2021	11	40.0%	60.0%
2022	12	25.0%	75.0%
2023	22	19.0%	81.0%
2024	23	30.0%	70.0%

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 Niagara County are handled at arraignment.

52.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

31.6%

Bail Set

4.1%

Remanded

$500

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

37.3% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Niagara County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

9 cases (42.9%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

7 cases (33.3%)

Disorderly Conduct DWI / DUI

2 cases (9.5%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

2 cases (9.5%)

Disorderly Conduct Prostitution

1 cases (4.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

29.9%

Jail

6.0%

Probation

1.5%

State Prison

11.9%

Fine Only

9.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	56	23.1%	76.9%
Black	38	38.2%	61.8%

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 100 cases in Niagara County, 27.2% are dismissed, 72.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Niagara County is 27.2%, based on 100 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 Niagara County takes 4.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

52.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 31.6% have bail set, and 4.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Niagara County is 72.8%, based on 100 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.

37.3% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Niagara County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Niagara County has a 27.2% 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 Niagara County, 29.9% receive a jail sentence, 6.0% receive probation, and 1.5% 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. A Misdemeanor: 23.7% dismissal rate, 76.3% conviction rate (39 cases). E Felony: 21.9% dismissal rate, 78.1% conviction rate (37 cases). B Misdemeanor: 40.9% dismissal rate, 59.1% conviction rate (24 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. 100 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Niagara County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com