How long does a Endangering Welfare of a Child case take in Monroe County?

The average case takes 5.4 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 Endangering Welfare of a Child in Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 62.7% dismissal rate (473 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (6 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Endangering Welfare of a Child in Monroe County, NY — 61.8% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Monroe County?

The dismissal rate is 61.8%, based on 479 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

In Monroe County, endangering welfare of a child charges face dismissal at a rate of 61.8 percent, substantially higher than the statewide average of 40 percent. This 21.8 percentage point gap suggests these cases are handled more leniently in Monroe County, with more than three in five cases never reaching conviction. However, the trend is moving in the opposite direction: dismissal rates have declined from 60.7 percent in 2019 to 52.4 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors are securing convictions more often as time goes on. The conviction rate of 37.5 percent reflects this shifting landscape, though acquittals remain rare at 0.2 percent.

Most defendants charged with this offense secure release before trial, with 61.3 percent released on their own recognizance and only 0.6 percent remanded. When charges aren't dismissed outright, they are reduced in 86.2 percent of cases—predominantly to disorderly conduct at 82.9 percent. The average case takes 163 days to resolve. Among the small percentage convicted without reduction, jail sentences are the most common outcome at 11.9 percent of those convicted, though most sentences involve probation or fines.

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

61.8%

Dismissal Rate

37.5%

Conviction Rate

5.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

61.8%

37.5%

Dismissed 61.8% Convicted 37.5% Acquitted 0.2%

Source: 479 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Monroe County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	473	62.7%	36.6%
E Felony	6	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 Endangering Welfare of a Child outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	63	60.7%	37.7%
2020	45	72.1%	27.9%
2021	54	70.6%	25.5%
2022	37	85.3%	14.7%
2023	128	56.6%	43.4%
2024	149	52.4%	47.6%

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 Endangering Welfare of a Child in Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

61.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.3%

Bail Set

0.6%

Remanded

$200

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

86.2% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Endangering Welfare of a Child Disorderly Conduct

102 cases (79.1%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Harassment

18 cases (14.0%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Drug Possession

3 cases (2.3%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child DWI / DUI

3 cases (2.3%)

Endangering Welfare of a Child Criminal Contempt

3 cases (2.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Endangering Welfare of a Child convictions in Monroe County.

11.9%

Jail

4.4%

Probation

2.5%

Fine Only

1.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Endangering Welfare of a Child 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	257	63.0%	36.1%
White	139	56.4%	42.7%
Hispanic	56	72.0%	28.0%
Asian	13	84.6%	15.4%

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 479 cases in Monroe County, 61.8% are dismissed, 37.5% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Monroe County is 61.8%, based on 479 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Endangering Welfare of a Child case in Monroe County takes 5.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

61.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.3% have bail set, and 0.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $200. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Monroe County is 37.5%, based on 479 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.

86.2% of Endangering Welfare of a Child cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Monroe County has a 61.8% dismissal rate for Endangering Welfare of a Child cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Endangering Welfare of a Child overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Endangering Welfare of a Child in Monroe County, 11.9% receive a jail sentence, 4.4% receive probation. 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: 62.7% dismissal rate, 36.6% conviction rate (473 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (6 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. 479 cases analyzed for Endangering Welfare of a Child in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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