How long does a Drug Possession case take in Monroe County?

The average case takes 4.9 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 Drug Possession in Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 25.9% dismissal rate (626 cases). D Felony: 24.2% dismissal rate (74 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Drug Possession in Monroe County, NY — 26.1% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Drug Possession in Monroe County?

The dismissal rate is 26.1%, based on 726 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Drug Possession charges reduced in Monroe County?

74.6% of Drug Possession cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Monroe County, drug possession cases result in conviction 73.8 percent of the time, slightly above typical outcomes. However, dismissal rates run notably higher than the statewide average—26.1 percent versus 19 percent—suggesting prosecutors or courts in this county handle these cases with more skepticism or leniency. This pattern has strengthened over the past five years, with dismissals trending upward from 24.2 to 26.1 percent. Among 726 cases tracked, defendants faced relatively low acquittal rates, indicating that cases reaching trial rarely result in outright not-guilty verdicts.

Charge reduction is the dominant feature of Monroe County drug possession cases. Nearly three-quarters of defendants saw their charge reduced rather than proceed to trial on the original charge, with two-thirds of those reductions dropping to disorderly conduct. At pretrial, almost 46 percent of defendants secured release on their own recognizance, while bail-setting remained modest at a $150 median when imposed. Among those convicted, jail time was most common (19.2 percent), followed by fines (20.5 percent), with imprisonment in state prison rare at 0.8 percent. Cases typically resolved within five months.

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

26.1%

Dismissal Rate

73.8%

Conviction Rate

4.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

26.1%

73.8%

Dismissed 26.1% Convicted 73.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 726 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Drug Possession in Monroe County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	626	25.9%	74.1%
D Felony	74	24.2%	74.2%
C Felony	26	34.6%	65.4%

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 Drug Possession outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	227	24.2%	75.8%
2020	111	26.7%	73.3%
2021	65	25.0%	75.0%
2022	67	26.4%	73.6%
2023	100	29.5%	70.5%
2024	152	26.1%	73.1%

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 Drug Possession in Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

45.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

15.0%

Bail Set

2.5%

Remanded

$150

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

74.6% of Drug Possession cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Possession Disorderly Conduct

208 cases (63.2%)

Drug Possession DWI / DUI

89 cases (27.1%)

Drug Possession Traffic Offense

17 cases (5.2%)

Drug Possession Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

10 cases (3.0%)

Drug Possession Petit Larceny

5 cases (1.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Drug Possession convictions in Monroe County.

19.2%

Jail

5.9%

Probation

0.8%

State Prison

20.5%

Fine Only

8.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	314	24.6%	75.1%
White	307	27.4%	72.6%
Hispanic	93	28.6%	71.4%

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 726 cases in Monroe County, 26.1% are dismissed, 73.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Possession in Monroe County is 26.1%, based on 726 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Drug Possession case in Monroe County takes 4.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

45.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 15.0% have bail set, and 2.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $150. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Possession in Monroe County is 73.8%, based on 726 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.

74.6% of Drug Possession cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Monroe County has a 26.1% dismissal rate for Drug Possession cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Drug Possession overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Drug Possession in Monroe County, 19.2% receive a jail sentence, 5.9% receive probation, and 0.8% 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: 25.9% dismissal rate, 74.1% conviction rate (626 cases). D Felony: 24.2% dismissal rate, 74.2% conviction rate (74 cases). C Felony: 34.6% dismissal rate, 65.4% conviction rate (26 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. 726 cases analyzed for Drug Possession in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com