What is the dismissal rate for Obstruction in Orange County?

The dismissal rate is 8.8%, based on 170 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Obstruction case take in Orange County?

The average case takes 3.4 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 Obstruction in Orange County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 5.6% dismissal rate (82 cases). A Misdemeanor: 9.4% dismissal rate (62 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Obstruction in Orange County, NY — 8.8% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Obstruction in Orange County?

The conviction rate for Obstruction in Orange County is 91.2%, based on 170 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Obstruction charges reduced in Orange County?

57.9% of Obstruction cases in Orange County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Orange County compare to other counties for Obstruction?

Orange County has a 8.8% dismissal rate for Obstruction. Visit the Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Obstruction cases in Orange County result in conviction at exceptionally high rates. Of 170 cases, 91.2 percent ended in conviction compared to an 8.8 percent dismissal rate—substantially lower than the statewide dismissal average of 21.3 percent. This 12.5 percentage point gap suggests Orange County courts handle obstruction charges more severely than the state overall. However, dismissal rates have been moving upward since 2019, rising from 4.8 percent to 10.3 percent by 2024, indicating a gradual shift in how these cases are resolved. Cases reach disposition in roughly three months.

The path from charge to outcome reveals significant charge erosion but also pretrial access variations. Nearly 58 percent of obstruction charges were reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to disorderly conduct in nearly 70 percent of those reductions. At the pretrial stage, 39 percent of defendants were released on their own recognizance while 15 percent were remanded without bail; those held on bail faced a median amount of 500 dollars. Among those convicted, outcomes were distributed across multiple sanctions: jail time occurred in 17.5 percent of cases, prison in 10.5 percent, fines in 20.2 percent, and time-served resolutions in 14 percent.

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

8.8%

Dismissal Rate

91.2%

Conviction Rate

3.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

91.2%

Dismissed 8.8% Convicted 91.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 170 public court records, Orange County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Obstruction in Orange County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	82	5.6%	94.4%
A Misdemeanor	62	9.4%	90.6%
D Felony	26	18.2%	81.8%

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 Obstruction outcomes in Orange County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	23	4.8%	95.2%
2020	11	12.5%	87.5%
2021	12	10.0%	90.0%
2022	23	18.8%	81.2%
2023	52	3.2%	96.8%
2024	49	10.3%	89.7%

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 Obstruction in Orange County are handled at arraignment.

39.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

33.1%

Bail Set

14.9%

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

57.9% of Obstruction cases
in Orange County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Obstruction Disorderly Conduct

30 cases (55.6%)

Obstruction Drug Possession

7 cases (13.0%)

Obstruction Harassment

6 cases (11.1%)

Obstruction Criminal Contempt

6 cases (11.1%)

Obstruction DWI / DUI

5 cases (9.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Obstruction convictions in Orange County.

17.5%

Jail

6.1%

Probation

10.5%

State Prison

20.2%

Fine Only

14.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	80	7.3%	92.7%
Black	57	15.0%	85.0%
Hispanic	31	3.6%	96.4%

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 170 cases in Orange County, 8.8% are dismissed, 91.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Obstruction in Orange County is 8.8%, based on 170 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Obstruction case in Orange County takes 3.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

39.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 33.1% have bail set, and 14.9% 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 Obstruction in Orange County is 91.2%, based on 170 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.

57.9% of Obstruction cases in Orange County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Orange County has a 8.8% dismissal rate for Obstruction cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Obstruction overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Obstruction in Orange County, 17.5% receive a jail sentence, 6.1% receive probation, and 10.5% 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. E Felony: 5.6% dismissal rate, 94.4% conviction rate (82 cases). A Misdemeanor: 9.4% dismissal rate, 90.6% conviction rate (62 cases). D Felony: 18.2% dismissal rate, 81.8% 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. 170 cases analyzed for Obstruction in Orange County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com