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

The average case takes 7.2 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 Ontario County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 14.1% dismissal rate (90 cases). A Misdemeanor: 35.7% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Ontario County, NY — 16.5% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 16.5%, based on 110 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 Ontario County?

55.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Disorderly conduct cases in Ontario County result in conviction far more often than the statewide average. The 82.5% conviction rate against a 16.5% dismissal rate suggests prosecutors secure guilty outcomes in nearly all cases that proceed to resolution. Ontario County dismisses these charges 10.6 percentage points below the statewide average of 27.1%, indicating a notably stricter handling of the offense locally. However, the trend is shifting: dismissals have climbed from zero percent in 2019 to 20% by 2024, pointing toward increasing skepticism of these charges over time.

Charge reduction is the most common outcome, occurring in 55% of cases before trial. When disorderly conduct charges do get reduced, they typically become criminal contempt charges in 80% of those instances. Pretrial, defendants face mixed outcomes: nearly 28% are remanded without bail while 25.5% are released on their own recognizance. When bail is set, the median amount is $1,750. Among those convicted, jail sentences are most common at 27.5%, followed closely by prison at 22.5% and probation at 21.2%. Cases take a median of 215.5 days to resolve.

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

16.5%

Dismissal Rate

82.5%

Conviction Rate

7.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

16.5%

82.5%

Dismissed 16.5% Convicted 82.5% Acquitted 1.0%

Source: 110 public court records, Ontario County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	90	14.1%	84.6%
A Misdemeanor	15	35.7%	64.3%

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 Ontario County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	13	0.0%	92.3%
2020	16	15.4%	84.6%
2021	19	12.5%	87.5%
2022	27	21.7%	78.3%
2023	22	19.0%	81.0%
2024	12	20.0%	80.0%

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 Ontario County are handled at arraignment.

25.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

18.4%

Bail Set

27.6%

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

55.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Ontario County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

32 cases (76.2%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

4 cases (9.5%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

4 cases (9.5%)

Disorderly Conduct Kidnapping

1 cases (2.4%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

1 cases (2.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

27.5%

Jail

21.2%

Probation

22.5%

State Prison

1.2%

Fine Only

1.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	76	15.4%	84.6%
Black	21	26.3%	68.4%
Hispanic	12	8.3%	91.7%

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 110 cases in Ontario County, 16.5% are dismissed, 82.5% result in conviction, and 1.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Ontario County is 16.5%, based on 110 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 Ontario County takes 7.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

25.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 18.4% have bail set, and 27.6% 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 Ontario County is 82.5%, based on 110 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.

55.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Ontario County has a 16.5% 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 Ontario County, 27.5% receive a jail sentence, 21.2% receive probation, and 22.5% 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: 14.1% dismissal rate, 84.6% conviction rate (90 cases). A Misdemeanor: 35.7% dismissal rate, 64.3% conviction rate (15 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. 110 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Ontario County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com