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

The average case takes 5.4 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 Richmond County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 55.0% dismissal rate (76 cases). A Misdemeanor: 32.3% dismissal rate (32 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Richmond County, NY — 50.0% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 50.0%, based on 119 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 Richmond County?

27.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Disorderly conduct cases in Richmond County resolve very differently from the statewide pattern. The 50 percent dismissal rate here is nearly double the statewide average of 27.1 percent, a significant 22.9 percentage point gap that suggests Richmond County prosecutors or judges treat this charge less seriously than counterparts elsewhere. With no acquittals recorded across 119 cases, the 50 percent conviction rate reflects a stark choice between dismissal and guilty outcome—there is no middle ground of trial acquittals. The trend reinforces this pattern: dismissal rates have climbed from 43.5 percent in 2019 to 57.9 percent in 2024, indicating increasing skepticism toward these charges over time.

When cases do move forward in Richmond County, defendants face favorable pretrial conditions. Nearly half secure release on their own recognizance without bail, and when bail is set, the median amount is modest at $5,000. Among those convicted, jail time is the most common sentence at 11.8 percent, while prison sentences are rare at 3.9 percent. Before conviction, 27.5 percent of charges get reduced, predominantly to criminal contempt (60 percent of reductions), which typically carries lesser consequences than disorderly conduct. The combination of high dismissals, lenient pretrial release, and frequent reductions suggests Richmond County handles disorderly

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

50.0%

Dismissal Rate

50.0%

Conviction Rate

5.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

50.0%

Dismissed 50.0% Convicted 50.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 119 public court records, Richmond County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	76	55.0%	45.0%
A Misdemeanor	32	32.3%	67.7%
B Misdemeanor	9	66.7%	33.3%

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 Richmond County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	24	43.5%	56.5%
2020	19	47.1%	52.9%
2021	15	66.7%	33.3%
2022	22	37.5%	62.5%
2023	15	50.0%	50.0%
2024	24	57.9%	42.1%

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 Richmond County are handled at arraignment.

46.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

19.8%

Bail Set

0.9%

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

27.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Richmond County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

6 cases (50.0%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

2 cases (16.7%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

2 cases (16.7%)

Disorderly Conduct Strangulation

1 cases (8.3%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

1 cases (8.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

11.8%

Jail

3.9%

State Prison

5.9%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	43	50.0%	50.0%
Black	35	53.3%	46.7%
Hispanic	31	44.0%	56.0%

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 119 cases in Richmond County, 50.0% are dismissed, 50.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Richmond County is 50.0%, based on 119 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 Richmond County takes 5.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

46.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 19.8% have bail set, and 0.9% 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 Richmond County is 50.0%, based on 119 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.

27.5% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Richmond County has a 50.0% 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 Richmond County, 11.8% receive a jail sentence, and 3.9% 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: 55.0% dismissal rate, 45.0% conviction rate (76 cases). A Misdemeanor: 32.3% dismissal rate, 67.7% conviction rate (32 cases). B Misdemeanor: 66.7% dismissal rate, 33.3% conviction rate (9 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. 119 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Richmond County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com