How long does a Marijuana Offense 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 Marijuana Offense in Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 52.3% dismissal rate (49 cases). D Felony: 23.3% dismissal rate (43 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Marijuana Offense in Monroe County, NY — 37.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Marijuana Offense in Monroe County?

The dismissal rate is 37.0%, based on 133 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Marijuana Offense charges reduced in Monroe County?

62.0% of Marijuana Offense cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Marijuana offense cases in Monroe County result in conviction about 15 percentage points more often than the statewide average, with a 62.2% conviction rate compared to the state's 52.6% dismissal rate. Of 133 cases, 37% were dismissed—well below the statewide dismissal rate of 52.6%—while acquittals were rare at less than 1%. The trend shows some improvement: dismissal rates climbed from 43.5% in 2019 to 50% by 2021, suggesting the county may be moving closer to statewide patterns, though still lagging behind.

Charge reductions are common in Monroe County marijuana cases, occurring in 62% of prosecutions. Nearly three-quarters of these reductions downgrade charges to disorderly conduct, a less serious offense. Most defendants—about 32%—secured release on their own recognizance pretrial, while 22% had bail set at a median of $500. Among those convicted, 28% received jail sentences, but a significant portion (14%) served only time already spent in custody and were released, with another 11% receiving probation without incarceration.

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

37.0%

Dismissal Rate

62.2%

Conviction Rate

5.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

37.0%

62.2%

Dismissed 37.0% Convicted 62.2% Acquitted 0.8%

Source: 133 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Marijuana Offense in Monroe County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	49	52.3%	47.7%
D Felony	43	23.3%	74.4%
B Misdemeanor	23	52.2%	47.8%
E Felony	18	11.8%	88.2%

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 Marijuana Offense outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	75	43.5%	55.1%
2020	47	23.4%	76.6%
2021	8	50.0%	50.0%

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 Marijuana Offense in Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

31.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

21.8%

Bail Set

3.8%

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

62.0% of Marijuana Offense cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Marijuana Offense Disorderly Conduct

33 cases (70.2%)

Marijuana Offense Traffic Offense

8 cases (17.0%)

Marijuana Offense Drug Possession

3 cases (6.4%)

Marijuana Offense DWI / DUI

2 cases (4.3%)

Marijuana Offense Official Misconduct

1 cases (2.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Marijuana Offense convictions in Monroe County.

27.8%

Jail

11.4%

Probation

3.8%

Fine Only

13.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Marijuana Offense 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	120	36.5%	62.6%
Hispanic	11	50.0%	50.0%

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 133 cases in Monroe County, 37.0% are dismissed, 62.2% result in conviction, and 0.8% 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 Marijuana Offense in Monroe County is 37.0%, based on 133 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Marijuana Offense case in Monroe County takes 5.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

31.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.8% have bail set, and 3.8% 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 Marijuana Offense in Monroe County is 62.2%, based on 133 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.

62.0% of Marijuana Offense cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Monroe County has a 37.0% dismissal rate for Marijuana Offense cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Marijuana Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Marijuana Offense in Monroe County, 27.8% receive a jail sentence, 11.4% 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: 52.3% dismissal rate, 47.7% conviction rate (49 cases). D Felony: 23.3% dismissal rate, 74.4% conviction rate (43 cases). B Misdemeanor: 52.2% dismissal rate, 47.8% conviction rate (23 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. 133 cases analyzed for Marijuana Offense in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com