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

The average case takes 2.8 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 Chemung County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 30.8% dismissal rate (15 cases). A Misdemeanor: 40.0% dismissal rate (5 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Chemung County, NY — 33.3% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 33.3%, based on 20 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 Chemung County?

66.7% of Public Lewdness cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Chemung County, public lewdness cases result in conviction about two-thirds of the time, a notably higher rate than the statewide average of 56.4 percent. The county's 33.3 percent dismissal rate trails the statewide average by over 10 percentage points, suggesting prosecutors in this county pursue these cases more aggressively or that judges apply stricter standards for dismissal. The trend, however, is moving in the opposite direction—dismissal rates have climbed from 42.9 percent in 2023 to 50 percent in 2024, indicating an emerging shift toward fewer convictions. Cases resolve relatively quickly, with a median timeline of 85 days.

Nearly all defendants charged with public lewdness in Chemung County are released before trial, either on their own recognizance or with nominal bail set. Of the two-thirds of cases that don't result in outright dismissal or acquittal, most see the charge reduced to disorderly conduct rather than proceed to conviction on the original charge. When convictions do occur, they overwhelmingly result in fines rather than jail time, with 83.3 percent of convicted defendants facing financial penalties only.

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

33.3%

Dismissal Rate

66.7%

Conviction Rate

2.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

33.3%

66.7%

Dismissed 33.3% Convicted 66.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 20 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	15	30.8%	69.2%
A Misdemeanor	5	40.0%	60.0%

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 Chemung County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	8	42.9%	57.1%
2024	5	50.0%	50.0%

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 Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

85.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.0%

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

66.7% of Public Lewdness cases
in Chemung County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

6 cases (75.0%)

Public Lewdness Kidnapping

1 cases (12.5%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

1 cases (12.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

16.7%

Jail

83.3%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	14	30.8%	69.2%

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 20 cases in Chemung County, 33.3% are dismissed, 66.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 2.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Chemung County is 33.3%, based on 20 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 Chemung County takes 2.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

85.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.0% 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 Chemung County is 66.7%, based on 20 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.

66.7% of Public Lewdness cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Chemung County has a 33.3% 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 Chemung County, 16.7% receive a jail sentence. 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: 30.8% dismissal rate, 69.2% conviction rate (15 cases). A Misdemeanor: 40.0% dismissal rate, 60.0% conviction rate (5 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. 20 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com