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

The average case takes 7.3 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 Steuben County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 20.6% dismissal rate (103 cases). A Misdemeanor: 29.2% dismissal rate (29 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Steuben County, NY — 26.3% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 26.3%, based on 146 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 Steuben County?

50.7% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Disorderly conduct cases in Steuben County result in conviction 73.7% of the time, slightly below the statewide dismissal rate of 27.1%. The county's 26.3% dismissal rate tracks closely with state averages, suggesting disorderly conduct is prosecuted consistently across the state. However, the trend over 2019–2024 shows dismissals declining from 28.6% to 25.0%, indicating prosecutors in Steuben County have become more successful at securing convictions on this charge in recent years.

Charge reductions are common in Steuben County, affecting over half of all defendants. When reduction occurs, the charge almost always becomes criminal contempt (88.2% of reductions), a related but distinct offense. Most defendants are released pretrial without bail (40.9% on their own recognizance), though 15.9% are remanded and 31.1% have bail set at a median of $1,000. Among those convicted, prison sentences are most frequent at 26%, followed by jail time at 19.2%. The median time from charge to case resolution is 219 days.

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

26.3%

Dismissal Rate

73.7%

Conviction Rate

7.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

26.3%

73.7%

Dismissed 26.3% Convicted 73.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 146 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	103	20.6%	79.4%
A Misdemeanor	29	29.2%	70.8%
B Misdemeanor	12	60.0%	40.0%

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 Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	10	28.6%	71.4%
2020	14	0.0%	100.0%
2021	18	36.4%	63.6%
2022	39	22.2%	77.8%
2023	29	38.9%	61.1%
2024	36	25.0%	75.0%

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 Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

40.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

31.1%

Bail Set

15.9%

Remanded

$1,000

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

50.7% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Steuben County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

30 cases (83.3%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

2 cases (5.6%)

Disorderly Conduct Aggravated Harassment

2 cases (5.6%)

Disorderly Conduct Theft of Services

1 cases (2.8%)

Disorderly Conduct Drug Possession

1 cases (2.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

19.2%

Jail

13.7%

Probation

26.0%

State Prison

12.3%

Fine Only

4.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	128	24.7%	75.3%
Black	11	50.0%	50.0%

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 146 cases in Steuben County, 26.3% are dismissed, 73.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Steuben County is 26.3%, based on 146 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 Steuben County takes 7.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

40.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 31.1% have bail set, and 15.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Steuben County is 73.7%, based on 146 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.

50.7% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Steuben County has a 26.3% 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 Steuben County, 19.2% receive a jail sentence, 13.7% receive probation, and 26.0% 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: 20.6% dismissal rate, 79.4% conviction rate (103 cases). A Misdemeanor: 29.2% dismissal rate, 70.8% conviction rate (29 cases). B Misdemeanor: 60.0% dismissal rate, 40.0% conviction rate (12 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. 146 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com