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

The average case takes 3.5 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 Chautauqua County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 36.4% dismissal rate (27 cases). A Misdemeanor: 11.1% dismissal rate (9 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Chautauqua County, NY — 29.0% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 29.0%, based on 36 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 Chautauqua County?

31.8% of Public Lewdness cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Public lewdness cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction 71% of the time, compared to a statewide dismissal rate of 43.6%—meaning defendants here face significantly steeper odds. The county's 29% dismissal rate sits 14.6 percentage points below the state average, suggesting prosecutors handle these cases more aggressively or juries convict more readily locally. Dismissal rates have actually declined from 20% in 2021 to 18.2% in 2024, indicating the trend is worsening for defendants.

About one-third of public lewdness cases get reduced to lesser charges, primarily disorderly conduct (57% of reductions). Most defendants—58%—are released without bail before trial, though when bail is set the median amount is nominal. Among those convicted, jail sentences are the dominant outcome at 31.8%, followed by probation at 13.6%. Cases resolve in roughly three and a half months on average, which is relatively quick for the criminal system.

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

29.0%

Dismissal Rate

71.0%

Conviction Rate

3.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

29.0%

71.0%

Dismissed 29.0% Convicted 71.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 36 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	27	36.4%	63.6%
A Misdemeanor	9	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 Public Lewdness outcomes in Chautauqua County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	5	20.0%	80.0%
2022	7	28.6%	71.4%
2023	6	40.0%	60.0%
2024	11	18.2%	81.8%

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 Chautauqua County are handled at arraignment.

58.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.3%

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

31.8% of Public Lewdness cases
in Chautauqua County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

4 cases (57.1%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

3 cases (42.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

31.8%

Jail

13.6%

Probation

4.5%

Fine Only

9.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	25	33.3%	66.7%

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 36 cases in Chautauqua County, 29.0% are dismissed, 71.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Chautauqua County is 29.0%, based on 36 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 Chautauqua County takes 3.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

58.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.3% 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 Chautauqua County is 71.0%, based on 36 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.

31.8% of Public Lewdness cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Chautauqua County has a 29.0% 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 Chautauqua County, 31.8% receive a jail sentence, 13.6% 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: 36.4% dismissal rate, 63.6% conviction rate (27 cases). A Misdemeanor: 11.1% dismissal rate, 88.9% conviction rate (9 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. 36 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Chautauqua County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com