What is the dismissal rate for Menacing in Monroe County?

The dismissal rate is 70.8%, based on 1425 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Menacing case take in Monroe 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 Menacing in Monroe County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Menacing in Monroe County, NY — 70.8% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Menacing in Monroe County?

Based on 1425 cases in Monroe County, 70.8% are dismissed, 28.3% result in conviction, and 0.7% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.8 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Menacing in Monroe County?

The conviction rate for Menacing in Monroe County is 28.3%, based on 1425 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Menacing charges reduced in Monroe County?

82.7% of Menacing cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Monroe County compare to other counties for Menacing?

Monroe County has a 70.8% dismissal rate for Menacing. Visit the Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Menacing charges in Monroe County are dismissed far more often than the statewide average. Over the 1,425 cases tracked, 70.8% resulted in dismissal compared to 40.9% statewide—a gap of nearly 30 percentage points. Only 28.3% of cases end in conviction, with acquittals extremely rare at 0.7%. This pattern suggests Monroe County prosecutors or courts treat menacing allegations skeptically, with cases unlikely to survive initial scrutiny. The dismissal rate has declined slightly since 2019, dropping from 70.5% to 65.2%, indicating a modest shift toward more cases proceeding further, though dismissals remain the dominant outcome.

When menacing charges do progress, they're frequently reduced to lesser offenses. Over 82% of cases involve charge reductions, with disorderly conduct becoming the replacement charge in nearly 72% of those reductions. Among defendants released pretrial, about half receive release on their own recognizance while 9.3% face bail averaging $250. For the small proportion convicted, jail time is the most common outcome at 9.7%, while prison sentences and fines are rare. Cases typically resolve within roughly 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

70.8%

Dismissal Rate

28.3%

Conviction Rate

4.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

70.8%

28.3%

Dismissed 70.8% Convicted 28.3% Acquitted 0.7%

Source: 1,425 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Menacing outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	239	70.5%	29.1%
2020	244	77.1%	22.9%
2021	227	71.3%	27.3%
2022	189	75.0%	23.9%
2023	251	67.0%	31.7%
2024	274	65.2%	34.0%

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 Menacing in Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

51.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

9.3%

Bail Set

0.7%

Remanded

$250

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

82.7% of Menacing cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Menacing Disorderly Conduct

216 cases (70.1%)

Menacing Harassment

79 cases (25.6%)

Menacing Assault

6 cases (1.9%)

Menacing Other

4 cases (1.3%)

Menacing Weapons Offense

3 cases (1.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Menacing convictions in Monroe County.

9.7%

Jail

3.9%

Probation

0.8%

State Prison

1.8%

Fine Only

5.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Menacing 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	1,003	73.3%	25.8%
Hispanic	199	71.8%	27.7%
White	194	56.1%	42.8%
Asian	20	73.7%	26.3%

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 1,425 cases in Monroe County, 70.8% are dismissed, 28.3% result in conviction, and 0.7% 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 Menacing in Monroe County is 70.8%, based on 1,425 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Menacing case in Monroe County takes 4.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

51.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 9.3% have bail set, and 0.7% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Menacing in Monroe County is 28.3%, based on 1,425 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.

82.7% of Menacing cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Monroe County has a 70.8% dismissal rate for Menacing cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Menacing in Monroe County, 9.7% receive a jail sentence, 3.9% 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.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 1,425 cases analyzed for Menacing in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com