How long does a Public Lewdness case take in Albany County?

The average case takes 4.7 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 Public Lewdness in Albany County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 42.9% dismissal rate (39 cases). A Misdemeanor: 46.7% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Albany County, NY — 44.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Albany County?

The dismissal rate is 44.0%, based on 54 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Public Lewdness charges reduced in Albany County?

42.9% of Public Lewdness cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Public lewdness cases in Albany County are being dismissed at a slightly higher rate than the state average, with 44 percent of cases dismissed compared to 43.6 percent statewide. However, this outcome masks a significant trend: dismissal rates have more than doubled over the past six years, rising from 33.3 percent in 2019 to 70.6 percent in 2024. This upward trajectory suggests that Albany County prosecutors or courts have shifted their approach to these charges, increasingly viewing them as unsuitable for conviction. The 56 percent conviction rate remains substantial, but the direction of change indicates defendants are increasingly likely to have charges dropped entirely.

Pretrial conditions in Albany County are relatively lenient for public lewdness charges. Half of defendants are released on their own recognizance without bail, while those who do face bail encounter a median amount of just over 500 dollars. Notably, 43 percent of public lewdness charges are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly disorderly conduct, which may explain the high dismissal trend. When convictions do occur, fines are the most common outcome at 29 percent, followed by probation at 21 percent, suggesting courts favor financial or supervisory penalties over incarceration in these cases.

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

44.0%

Dismissal Rate

56.0%

Conviction Rate

4.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

44.0%

56.0%

Dismissed 44.0% Convicted 56.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 54 public court records, Albany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Public Lewdness in Albany County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	39	42.9%	57.1%
A Misdemeanor	15	46.7%	53.3%

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 Public Lewdness outcomes in Albany County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	6	33.3%	66.7%
2021	6	33.3%	66.7%
2023	15	35.7%	64.3%
2024	20	70.6%	29.4%

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 Public Lewdness in Albany County are handled at arraignment.

50.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

24.1%

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.

Charge Reductions

42.9% of Public Lewdness cases
in Albany County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

7 cases (58.3%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

2 cases (16.7%)

Public Lewdness Endangering Welfare of a Child

1 cases (8.3%)

Public Lewdness Criminal Trespass

1 cases (8.3%)

Public Lewdness Criminal Contempt

1 cases (8.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Public Lewdness convictions in Albany County.

10.7%

Jail

21.4%

Probation

28.6%

Fine Only

3.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	32	32.1%	67.9%
White	16	62.5%	37.5%

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 54 cases in Albany County, 44.0% are dismissed, 56.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Albany County is 44.0%, based on 54 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Public Lewdness case in Albany County takes 4.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

50.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 24.1% 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 Public Lewdness in Albany County is 56.0%, based on 54 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.

42.9% of Public Lewdness cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Albany County has a 44.0% dismissal rate for Public Lewdness cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Public Lewdness overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Public Lewdness in Albany County, 10.7% receive a jail sentence, 21.4% 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: 42.9% dismissal rate, 57.1% conviction rate (39 cases). A Misdemeanor: 46.7% dismissal rate, 53.3% conviction rate (15 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. 54 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Albany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com