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

The average case takes 6.0 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 Queens County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 60.6% dismissal rate (386 cases). B Misdemeanor: 79.5% dismissal rate (147 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Queens County, NY — 65.9% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 65.9%, based on 616 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 Queens County?

10.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

Disorderly conduct cases in Queens County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average—66 percent compared to 27 percent statewide, a gap of nearly 39 percentage points. This striking difference reflects how Queens County handles this charge distinctly from the rest of the state. Over the past six years, dismissals have climbed sharply, rising from 43 percent in 2019 to 81 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors and courts are increasingly skeptical of disorderly conduct charges or that charging patterns have shifted toward weaker cases. The median case takes about six months to resolve.

Among the minority of defendants convicted, fines are the dominant sentence, imposed in 39 percent of cases, while jail time occurs in only 4 percent. Most defendants released before trial are let out on their own recognizance without bail, though when bail is set, the median amount is $3,000. About one in ten cases are reduced to a lower charge, with traffic offenses and other violations being the most common reduction targets, suggesting some cases are being downgraded rather than dismissed outright.

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

65.9%

Dismissal Rate

34.1%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

65.9%

34.1%

Dismissed 65.9% Convicted 34.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 616 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	386	60.6%	39.4%
B Misdemeanor	147	79.5%	20.5%
E Felony	79	65.8%	34.2%

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 Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	148	43.2%	56.8%
2020	98	62.2%	37.8%
2021	110	74.5%	25.5%
2022	88	78.4%	21.6%
2023	71	72.9%	27.1%
2024	91	81.3%	18.7%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

46.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

3.1%

Bail Set

0.5%

Remanded

$3,000

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

10.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Traffic Offense

6 cases (31.6%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

6 cases (31.6%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

3 cases (15.8%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

3 cases (15.8%)

Disorderly Conduct Petit Larceny

1 cases (5.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

4.3%

Jail

0.5%

Probation

39.0%

Fine Only

11.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	274	60.8%	39.2%
Hispanic	177	71.8%	28.2%
Asian	106	67.9%	32.1%
White	47	63.8%	36.2%

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 616 cases in Queens County, 65.9% are dismissed, 34.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Queens County is 65.9%, based on 616 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 Queens County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

46.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 3.1% have bail set, and 0.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $3,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Queens County is 34.1%, based on 616 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.

10.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

Queens County has a 65.9% 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 Queens County, 4.3% receive a jail sentence, 0.5% receive probation. 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: 60.6% dismissal rate, 39.4% conviction rate (386 cases). B Misdemeanor: 79.5% dismissal rate, 20.5% conviction rate (147 cases). E Felony: 65.8% dismissal rate, 34.2% conviction rate (79 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. 616 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com