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

The average case takes 4.2 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 Westchester County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 26.7% dismissal rate (54 cases). B Misdemeanor: 42.4% dismissal rate (40 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Disorderly Conduct in Westchester County, NY — 31.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 31.2%, based on 129 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 Westchester County?

22.7% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Westchester County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Disorderly conduct cases in Westchester County result in conviction about 69 percent of the time, slightly higher than the statewide rate. The county's dismissal rate of 31.2 percent runs 4.1 percentage points above the state average, and this trend has strengthened over the past five years—dismissals climbed from 25 percent in 2019 to 34.5 percent in 2024. No acquittals were recorded in the 129 cases examined, meaning cases ended either through conviction or dismissal rather than trial verdicts.

Most defendants facing disorderly conduct charges in Westchester secured pretrial release. Nearly 73 percent were released on their own recognizance, while 15 percent had bail set at a median of $500. About 23 percent of convictions involved charge reductions, predominantly to harassment or criminal contempt. Among those convicted, fines were the most common outcome at 24 percent of sentences, followed by jail time at 5.3 percent. Cases typically resolved within 126 days from filing to disposition.

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

31.2%

Dismissal Rate

68.8%

Conviction Rate

4.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

31.2%

68.8%

Dismissed 31.2% Convicted 68.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 129 public court records, Westchester County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	54	26.7%	73.3%
B Misdemeanor	40	42.4%	57.6%
E Felony	35	25.8%	74.2%

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 Westchester County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	19	25.0%	75.0%
2020	11	40.0%	60.0%
2021	13	20.0%	80.0%
2022	18	50.0%	50.0%
2023	35	24.1%	75.9%
2024	32	34.5%	65.5%

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 Westchester County are handled at arraignment.

72.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

15.2%

Bail Set

4.8%

Remanded

$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

22.7% of Disorderly Conduct cases
in Westchester County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Disorderly Conduct Harassment

7 cases (41.2%)

Disorderly Conduct Criminal Contempt

6 cases (35.3%)

Disorderly Conduct Other

3 cases (17.6%)

Disorderly Conduct Aggravated Harassment

1 cases (5.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

5.3%

Jail

4.0%

Probation

1.3%

State Prison

24.0%

Fine Only

9.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	52	40.4%	59.6%
White	37	28.0%	72.0%
Hispanic	34	18.8%	81.2%

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 129 cases in Westchester County, 31.2% are dismissed, 68.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Disorderly Conduct in Westchester County is 31.2%, based on 129 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 Westchester County takes 4.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

72.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 15.2% have bail set, and 4.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Disorderly Conduct in Westchester County is 68.8%, based on 129 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.

22.7% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Westchester County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Westchester County has a 31.2% 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 Westchester County, 5.3% receive a jail sentence, 4.0% receive probation, and 1.3% 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. A Misdemeanor: 26.7% dismissal rate, 73.3% conviction rate (54 cases). B Misdemeanor: 42.4% dismissal rate, 57.6% conviction rate (40 cases). E Felony: 25.8% dismissal rate, 74.2% conviction rate (35 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. 129 cases analyzed for Disorderly Conduct in Westchester County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com