What is the dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Erie County?

The dismissal rate is 39.3%, based on 91 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

The average case takes 4.2 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 Erie County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 43.7% dismissal rate (76 cases). A Misdemeanor: 15.4% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Erie County, NY — 39.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Public Lewdness in Erie County is 60.7%, based on 91 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

62.7% of Public Lewdness cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Erie County has a 39.3% 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 Erie County result in conviction at a slightly higher rate than the statewide average, with 60.7% of defendants convicted compared to a statewide dismissal rate 4.3 percentage points higher. Over the past five years, dismissals have trended downward, falling from 37.5% in 2019 to 21.7% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors are securing stronger cases or judges are applying stricter standards. The median time to resolve these cases is 126 days. No defendants were acquitted in the 91 cases reviewed.

Most defendants charged with Public Lewdness in Erie County are released before trial without bail—74.7% receive release on their own recognizance. When bail is set, the median amount is $500. Notably, charge reductions occur in 62.7% of cases, with three-quarters of those reductions dropping to Disorderly Conduct. Among those convicted, sentences tend toward fines (33.3%) or time served (17.6%), while jail and probation sentences are less common at 5.9% each. This pattern suggests Erie County handles these cases as lower-tier offenses despite the declining dismissal trend.

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

39.3%

Dismissal Rate

60.7%

Conviction Rate

4.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

39.3%

60.7%

Dismissed 39.3% Convicted 60.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 91 public court records, Erie County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	76	43.7%	56.3%
A Misdemeanor	15	15.4%	84.6%

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 Erie County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	17	37.5%	62.5%
2020	12	63.6%	36.4%
2021	5	50.0%	50.0%
2022	11	27.3%	72.7%
2023	20	55.6%	44.4%
2024	25	21.7%	78.3%

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 Erie County are handled at arraignment.

74.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

12.1%

Bail Set

1.1%

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

62.7% of Public Lewdness cases
in Erie County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

24 cases (75.0%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

8 cases (25.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

5.9%

Jail

5.9%

Probation

33.3%

Fine Only

17.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	48	40.4%	59.6%
Black	36	40.0%	60.0%

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 91 cases in Erie County, 39.3% are dismissed, 60.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Erie County is 39.3%, based on 91 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 Erie County takes 4.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

74.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 12.1% have bail set, and 1.1% 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 Erie County is 60.7%, based on 91 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.

62.7% of Public Lewdness cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Erie County has a 39.3% 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 Erie County, 5.9% receive a jail sentence, 5.9% 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: 43.7% dismissal rate, 56.3% conviction rate (76 cases). A Misdemeanor: 15.4% dismissal rate, 84.6% 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. 91 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Erie County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com