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

The average case takes 4.4 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 Public Lewdness in Bronx County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 64.4% dismissal rate (137 cases). A Misdemeanor: 69.1% dismissal rate (85 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Bronx County, NY — 66.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 66.2%, based on 222 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Public Lewdness in Bronx County?

The conviction rate for Public Lewdness in Bronx County is 33.8%, based on 222 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

71.2% of Public Lewdness cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Bronx County compare to other counties for Public Lewdness?

Bronx County has a 66.2% dismissal rate for Public Lewdness. Visit the Public Lewdness overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Public lewdness cases in Bronx County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average, with 66.2% of cases resulting in dismissal compared to 43.6% statewide—a difference of 22.6 percentage points. This suggests prosecutors or courts handle these cases more leniently in the Bronx than elsewhere in the state. The dismissal rate has strengthened over time, rising from 51.4% in 2019 to 77.6% in 2024, indicating a clear trend toward fewer convictions. Among the 33.8% of cases that result in conviction, acquittals are rare, meaning convictions primarily come through plea agreements rather than trial verdicts.

Charge reductions are nearly universal in Bronx County, occurring in 71.2% of cases. When charges do get reduced, they almost always become disorderly conduct (76% of reductions), a substantially less serious offense. Most defendants—68%—are released on their own recognizance without bail. Those few who do have bail set face minimal amounts (median of $1), and nobody facing public lewdness charges in the Bronx is remanded without bail. For the defendants convicted after all these reductions, sentences are light: jail time occurs in only 12.3% of convictions, and time-served credit resolves 6.8%

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

66.2%

Dismissal Rate

33.8%

Conviction Rate

4.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

66.2%

33.8%

Dismissed 66.2% Convicted 33.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 222 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	137	64.4%	35.6%
A Misdemeanor	85	69.1%	30.9%

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 Public Lewdness outcomes in Bronx County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	35	51.4%	48.6%
2020	23	71.4%	28.6%
2021	36	54.5%	45.5%
2022	30	72.4%	27.6%
2023	38	65.8%	34.2%
2024	58	77.6%	22.4%

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 Bronx County are handled at arraignment.

68.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

12.2%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$1

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

71.2% of Public Lewdness cases
in Bronx County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

38 cases (73.1%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

11 cases (21.2%)

Public Lewdness Other

1 cases (1.9%)

Public Lewdness Identity Theft

1 cases (1.9%)

Public Lewdness Criminal Contempt

1 cases (1.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

12.3%

Jail

1.4%

Probation

6.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	134	65.9%	34.1%
Hispanic	75	67.6%	32.4%

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 222 cases in Bronx County, 66.2% are dismissed, 33.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Bronx County is 66.2%, based on 222 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 Bronx County takes 4.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

68.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 12.2% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Public Lewdness in Bronx County is 33.8%, based on 222 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.

71.2% of Public Lewdness cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Bronx County has a 66.2% 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 Bronx County, 12.3% receive a jail sentence, 1.4% 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: 64.4% dismissal rate, 35.6% conviction rate (137 cases). A Misdemeanor: 69.1% dismissal rate, 30.9% conviction rate (85 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. 222 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com