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

17.2%
Dismissal Rate
82.8%
Conviction Rate
4.3 months
Avg Duration
17.2%
82.8%
Dismissed 17.2% Convicted 82.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 62 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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.

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.

How defendants charged with Prostitution in Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

33.9%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
21.0%
Bail Set
0.0%
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.

43.8% of Prostitution cases
in Monroe County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Prostitution Disorderly Conduct
20 cases (95.2%)
Prostitution Petit Larceny
1 cases (4.8%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Prostitution convictions in Monroe County.

12.5%
Jail
4.2%
Probation
2.1%
Fine Only
18.8%
Time Served

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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.

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 62 cases in Monroe County, 17.2% are dismissed, 82.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Prostitution in Monroe County is 17.2%, based on 62 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Prostitution case in Monroe County takes 4.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
33.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.0% have bail set, and 0.0% 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 Prostitution in Monroe County is 82.8%, based on 62 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.
43.8% of Prostitution cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.
Monroe County has a 17.2% dismissal rate for Prostitution cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Prostitution overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.
For those convicted of Prostitution in Monroe County, 12.5% receive a jail sentence, 4.2% 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. B Misdemeanor: 18.4% dismissal rate, 81.6% conviction rate (52 cases). A Misdemeanor: 11.1% dismissal rate, 88.9% conviction rate (10 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. 62 cases analyzed for Prostitution in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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