How long does a Other Penal Law case take in Monroe County?

The average case takes 3.8 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 Other Penal Law in Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 17.8% dismissal rate (100 cases). B Misdemeanor: 63.6% dismissal rate (11 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Other Penal Law in Monroe County, NY — 22.5% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Other Penal Law in Monroe County?

The dismissal rate is 22.5%, based on 112 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Other Penal Law charges reduced in Monroe County?

81.0% of Other Penal Law cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

Other Penal Law cases in Monroe County result in conviction 77.5 percent of the time, slightly below the statewide conviction rate. The dismissal rate of 22.5 percent runs 3.2 percentage points lower than the statewide average of 25.7 percent, suggesting these charges face slightly steeper odds of proceeding to conviction in Monroe County. No acquittals occurred in the 112 cases analyzed. The dismissal rate has declined over the past five years, dropping from 23.1 percent in 2019 to 20 percent in 2024, indicating that these charges are becoming harder to dismiss in the county.

Most defendants charged with Other Penal Law receive pretrial release: 42.9 percent are released on their own recognizance without bail, while 17 percent have bail set at a median of fifty dollars. Only 1.8 percent are remanded without release. Charge reductions occur in 81 percent of cases, with Traffic Offense and Disorderly Conduct each accounting for roughly half of all reductions. Among those convicted, sentences are predominantly fines (22.8 percent) and jail time (16.5 percent), with prison sentences rare at 1.3 percent. The median time from charge to disposition is 113.5 days.

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

22.5%

Dismissal Rate

77.5%

Conviction Rate

3.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

22.5%

77.5%

Dismissed 22.5% Convicted 77.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 112 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Other Penal Law in Monroe County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	100	17.8%	82.2%
B Misdemeanor	11	63.6%	36.4%

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 Other Penal Law outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	14	23.1%	76.9%
2020	15	14.3%	85.7%
2021	14	14.3%	85.7%
2022	13	33.3%	66.7%
2023	34	27.6%	72.4%
2024	22	20.0%	80.0%

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 Other Penal Law in Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

42.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

17.0%

Bail Set

1.8%

Remanded

$50

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

81.0% of Other Penal Law cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Other Penal Law Traffic Offense

25 cases (40.3%)

Other Penal Law Disorderly Conduct

24 cases (38.7%)

Other Penal Law Official Misconduct

5 cases (8.1%)

Other Penal Law DWI / DUI

4 cases (6.5%)

Other Penal Law Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

4 cases (6.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Other Penal Law convictions in Monroe County.

16.5%

Jail

2.5%

Probation

1.3%

State Prison

22.8%

Fine Only

12.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Other Penal Law 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	74	21.4%	78.6%
White	26	25.0%	75.0%
Hispanic	11	27.3%	72.7%

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 112 cases in Monroe County, 22.5% are dismissed, 77.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Other Penal Law in Monroe County is 22.5%, based on 112 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Other Penal Law case in Monroe County takes 3.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 17.0% have bail set, and 1.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $50. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Other Penal Law in Monroe County is 77.5%, based on 112 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.

81.0% of Other Penal Law cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

Monroe County has a 22.5% dismissal rate for Other Penal Law cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Other Penal Law overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Other Penal Law in Monroe County, 16.5% receive a jail sentence, 2.5% receive probation, and 1.3% 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: 17.8% dismissal rate, 82.2% conviction rate (100 cases). B Misdemeanor: 63.6% dismissal rate, 36.4% conviction rate (11 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. 112 cases analyzed for Other Penal Law in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com