Prostitution in Monroe County
62 cases · Monroe County Courts · DCJS Data
Prostitution cases in Monroe County result in conviction far more often than the statewide pattern suggests. With an 82.8% conviction rate compared to a statewide dismissal rate of 58.4%, defendants in Monroe County face substantially steeper odds. The 17.2% dismissal rate here sits 41.2 percentage points below the state average, indicating this county pursues prostitution charges more aggressively. The trend worsened over the six-year period ending in 2024, with dismissals dropping from 22.5% in 2019 to just 5.9% in the final year. Cases typically move to disposition within about four months.
Charge reductions offer the main pathway away from a prostitution conviction. Nearly 44% of cases see the charge reduced, with disorderly conduct appearing as the replacement charge in 95% of those instances. Among defendants convicted, sentences emphasize time already served rather than incarceration, occurring in nearly 19% of convictions. Jail time was imposed in 12.5% of convictions. Pretrial release was available to most defendants—roughly 54% received either release on their own recognizance or had bail set at a median of $500.
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 62 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Prostitution in Monroe County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Misdemeanor | 52 | 18.4% | 81.6% |
| A Misdemeanor | 10 | 11.1% | 88.9% |
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 Prostitution outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 42 | 22.5% | 77.5% |
| 2024 | 19 | 5.9% | 94.1% |
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 Prostitution in Monroe County are handled at arraignment.
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
in Monroe County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Prostitution convictions in Monroe County.
43.8% of Prostitution cases in Monroe County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
Ask a Monroe County attorney — freeOutcomes by Demographics
Case outcome rates by race for Prostitution 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 32 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
| Black | 19 | 16.7% | 83.3% |
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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 62 cases analyzed for Prostitution in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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