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

The average case takes 5.0 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 Suffolk County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 55.4% dismissal rate (833 cases). A Misdemeanor: 39.3% dismissal rate (102 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Suffolk County, NY — 50.7% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Disorderly Conduct in Suffolk County?

Based on 1001 cases in Suffolk County, 50.7% are dismissed, 49.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.0 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 50.7%, based on 1001 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 Suffolk County?

13.2% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Disorderly conduct cases in Suffolk County are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average, with half of all cases resulting in dismissal compared to just 27 percent statewide. This 23.6 percentage point gap suggests Suffolk County prosecutors or courts handle these cases more leniently than the state norm, though the trend is moving in the opposite direction—dismissal rates have declined from 49.3 percent in 2019 to 43.8 percent in 2024. When convictions do occur, they're rare and typically result in fines or jail time, with no acquittals recorded across 1,001 cases.

Most defendants charged with disorderly conduct in Suffolk County are released before trial, with nearly three-quarters released on their own recognizance without bail. Among those with bail set, the median amount is $350. About one in eight cases are reduced to a different charge, most often criminal contempt, which accounts for two-thirds of all reductions. The median time from charge to case resolution is roughly five months, suggesting these cases move through the system at a moderate pace.

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

50.7%

Dismissal Rate

49.3%

Conviction Rate

5.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

50.7%

49.3%

Dismissed 50.7% Convicted 49.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 1,001 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	833	55.4%	44.6%
A Misdemeanor	102	39.3%	60.7%
E Felony	65	22.0%	78.0%

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 Suffolk County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	468	49.3%	50.7%
2020	122	69.0%	31.0%
2021	38	40.9%	59.1%
2022	56	48.6%	51.4%
2023	114	44.3%	55.7%
2024	113	43.8%	56.2%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

73.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

18.1%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$350

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

13.2% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Suffolk County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

16 cases (57.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

5 cases (17.9%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

3 cases (10.7%)

Disorderly Conduct Traffic Offense

2 cases (7.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Strangulation

2 cases (7.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

13.2%

Jail

2.4%

Probation

1.7%

State Prison

14.2%

Fine Only

13.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	390	48.7%	51.3%
White	353	48.9%	51.1%
Hispanic	235	55.5%	44.5%
Asian	10	83.3%	16.7%

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 1,001 cases in Suffolk County, 50.7% are dismissed, 49.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Suffolk County is 50.7%, based on 1,001 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 Suffolk County takes 5.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

73.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 18.1% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $350. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Suffolk County is 49.3%, based on 1,001 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.

13.2% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Suffolk County has a 50.7% 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 Suffolk County, 13.2% receive a jail sentence, 2.4% receive probation, and 1.7% 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. B Misdemeanor: 55.4% dismissal rate, 44.6% conviction rate (833 cases). A Misdemeanor: 39.3% dismissal rate, 60.7% conviction rate (102 cases). E Felony: 22.0% dismissal rate, 78.0% conviction rate (65 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. 1,001 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com