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

The average case takes 7.2 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 Ulster County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 15.9% dismissal rate (176 cases). B Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate (6 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Ulster County, NY — 18.7% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 18.7%, based on 187 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 Ulster County?

76.1% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

In Ulster County, disorderly conduct charges result in conviction 81.3% of the time, well above the statewide dismissal rate of 27.1%. This 8.4 percentage point gap suggests Ulster County prosecutors pursue these cases more aggressively than the state average, or that local courts apply a stricter standard. However, dismissal rates have been climbing since 2019, rising from 17.6% to 23.1% over the past five years, indicating a gradual shift toward more charges being dropped or dismissed before trial. No acquittals were recorded across the 187 cases examined, meaning convictions came exclusively through guilty pleas or court findings.

Charge reduction is the dominant feature of disorderly conduct cases here: 76.1% of defendants see their charge reduced, most commonly to Criminal Contempt (81.1% of reductions). At pretrial, defendants were released on their own recognizance in roughly one-third of cases, while bail was set in a similar proportion at a median of $5,000. Among those convicted, jail sentences were most common at 33.9%, followed by probation at 20.2%, with prison time occurring in 17.4% of convictions. Cases took a median of 217 days from arrest to resolution.

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

18.7%

Dismissal Rate

81.3%

Conviction Rate

7.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

18.7%

81.3%

Dismissed 18.7% Convicted 81.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 187 public court records, Ulster County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	176	15.9%	84.1%
B Misdemeanor	6	50.0%	50.0%
A Misdemeanor	5	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 Ulster County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	22	17.6%	82.4%
2020	22	7.7%	92.3%
2021	41	11.5%	88.5%
2022	34	16.7%	83.3%
2023	34	28.6%	71.4%
2024	34	23.1%	76.9%

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 Ulster County are handled at arraignment.

35.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

33.1%

Bail Set

19.8%

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

76.1% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Ulster County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

60 cases (75.9%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

9 cases (11.4%)

Disorderly Conduct Strangulation

5 cases (6.3%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

3 cases (3.8%)

Disorderly Conduct Assault

2 cases (2.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

33.9%

Jail

20.2%

Probation

17.4%

State Prison

7.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	101	22.5%	77.5%
White	59	13.0%	87.0%
Hispanic	25	20.0%	80.0%

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 187 cases in Ulster County, 18.7% are dismissed, 81.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Ulster County is 18.7%, based on 187 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 Ulster County takes 7.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

35.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 33.1% have bail set, and 19.8% 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 Ulster County is 81.3%, based on 187 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.

76.1% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Ulster County has a 18.7% 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 Ulster County, 33.9% receive a jail sentence, 20.2% receive probation, and 17.4% 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: 15.9% dismissal rate, 84.1% conviction rate (176 cases). B Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate, 50.0% conviction rate (6 cases). A Misdemeanor: 75.0% dismissal rate, 25.0% conviction rate (5 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. 187 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Ulster County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com