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

The average case takes 4.8 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 Washington County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 6.7% dismissal rate (72 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate (5 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Washington County, NY — 7.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 7.2%, based on 82 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 Washington County?

45.3% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Washington County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

In Washington County, disorderly conduct charges proceed to conviction in 92.8 percent of cases, dramatically higher than the statewide dismissal rate of 27.1 percent. The county's 7.2 percent dismissal rate sits nearly 20 percentage points below state averages, indicating that disorderly conduct cases face substantially steeper odds of resulting in a guilty verdict here compared to elsewhere. However, dismissals have been rising since 2020, growing from zero percent to 20 percent by 2024, suggesting a meaningful shift in how the charge is being adjudicated locally.

When cases proceed through the system, roughly half of defendants are released without bail before trial, while another 15.6 percent face bail set at a median of $2,000. Among those convicted, prison sentences appear in just over a third of cases, while jail time occurs in 28.1 percent and probation in 14.1 percent. Notably, 45.3 percent of disorderly conduct charges are reduced to other offenses, with criminal contempt serving as the destination in 88 percent of those reductions. The median time from charge to disposition runs about 145 days, extending the pretrial period substantially for most defendants.

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

7.2%

Dismissal Rate

92.8%

Conviction Rate

4.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

92.8%

Dismissed 7.2% Convicted 92.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 82 public court records, Washington County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	72	6.7%	93.3%
A Misdemeanor	5	0.0%	100.0%

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 Washington County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	5	0.0%	100.0%
2021	11	10.0%	90.0%
2022	11	0.0%	100.0%
2023	25	0.0%	100.0%
2024	28	20.0%	80.0%

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 Washington County are handled at arraignment.

48.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

15.6%

Bail Set

11.1%

Remanded

$2,000

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

45.3% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Washington County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

22 cases (81.5%)

Disorderly Conduct Drug Possession

2 cases (7.4%)

Disorderly Conduct Strangulation

1 cases (3.7%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

1 cases (3.7%)

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

1 cases (3.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

28.1%

Jail

14.1%

Probation

34.4%

State Prison

21.9%

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	76	7.9%	92.1%

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 82 cases in Washington County, 7.2% are dismissed, 92.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Washington County is 7.2%, based on 82 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 Washington County takes 4.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

48.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 15.6% have bail set, and 11.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Washington County is 92.8%, based on 82 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.

45.3% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Washington County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.

Washington County has a 7.2% 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 Washington County, 28.1% receive a jail sentence, 14.1% receive probation, and 34.4% 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: 6.7% dismissal rate, 93.3% conviction rate (72 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% 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. 82 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Washington County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com