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

The average case takes 5.8 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 Tompkins County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 37.9% dismissal rate (40 cases). A Misdemeanor: 75.0% dismissal rate (7 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Tompkins County, NY — 45.9% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 45.9%, based on 51 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 Tompkins County?

50.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Disorderly conduct cases in Tompkins County are dismissed at a notably higher rate than statewide: 45.9 percent locally compared to 27.1 percent across New York. This 18.8 percentage point gap suggests the county handles this charge more leniently than the state average. However, dismissal rates have declined sharply over the past five years, dropping from 83.3 percent in 2020 to 40 percent in 2024, indicating a tightening of how prosecutors and courts treat these cases. Currently, the conviction rate sits at 54.1 percent with no acquittals recorded.

Half of disorderly conduct charges undergo reduction to a lesser offense, most commonly criminal contempt at 71.4 percent of all reductions. Among those convicted, sentences are distributed evenly across jail, probation, prison, fines, and time served, each occurring in 15 percent of cases, with jail sentences appearing in 25 percent. At the pretrial stage, about 40 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance while 42 percent have bail set at a median of $4,500. Cases take approximately 176 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

45.9%

Dismissal Rate

54.1%

Conviction Rate

5.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

45.9%

54.1%

Dismissed 45.9% Convicted 54.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 51 public court records, Tompkins County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	40	37.9%	62.1%
A Misdemeanor	7	75.0%	25.0%

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 Tompkins County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	9	83.3%	16.7%
2022	7	25.0%	75.0%
2023	12	37.5%	62.5%
2024	18	40.0%	60.0%

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 Tompkins County are handled at arraignment.

39.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

41.9%

Bail Set

9.3%

Remanded

$4,500

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

50.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Tompkins County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

5 cases (55.6%)

Disorderly Conduct Strangulation

1 cases (11.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Menacing

1 cases (11.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Kidnapping

1 cases (11.1%)

Disorderly Conduct Burglary

1 cases (11.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

25.0%

Jail

15.0%

Probation

15.0%

State Prison

15.0%

Fine Only

15.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	29	42.1%	57.9%
Black	15	46.2%	53.8%

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 51 cases in Tompkins County, 45.9% are dismissed, 54.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Tompkins County is 45.9%, based on 51 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 Tompkins County takes 5.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

39.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 41.9% have bail set, and 9.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $4,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Tompkins County is 54.1%, based on 51 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.

50.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Tompkins County has a 45.9% 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 Tompkins County, 25.0% receive a jail sentence, 15.0% receive probation, and 15.0% 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: 37.9% dismissal rate, 62.1% conviction rate (40 cases). A Misdemeanor: 75.0% dismissal rate, 25.0% conviction rate (7 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. 51 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Tompkins County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com