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

The average case takes 7.4 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 Nassau County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 41.7% dismissal rate (104 cases). A Misdemeanor: 29.3% dismissal rate (59 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Nassau County, NY — 37.0% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 37.0%, based on 163 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 Nassau County?

65.3% of Public Lewdness cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Nassau County, public lewdness cases result in conviction 61.7 percent of the time, compared to a statewide conviction rate of 56.4 percent. The dismissal rate of 37 percent falls below the statewide average of 43.6 percent, suggesting Nassau County prosecutors pursue these cases more aggressively than counterparts elsewhere. However, dismissals have been trending upward since 2019, rising from 29.2 percent to 37.9 percent, indicating an evolving approach to the charge over the past five years.

Most defendants charged with public lewdness in Nassau County are released before trial: 60.7 percent receive release on their own recognizance, while 10.4 percent face bail set at a median of $500. Among those convicted, nearly half receive fines as the primary sentence, with jail time imposed in about 19 percent of cases. Notably, 65.3 percent of cases experience charge reductions, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 83.6 percent of those reductions. This suggests prosecutors and courts often view the original charge as overreach, effectively downgrading cases to a less serious misdemeanor in the majority of instances.

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

37.0%

Dismissal Rate

61.7%

Conviction Rate

7.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

37.0%

61.7%

Dismissed 37.0% Convicted 61.7% Acquitted 0.6%

Source: 163 public court records, Nassau County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	104	41.7%	56.2%
A Misdemeanor	59	29.3%	70.7%

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 Nassau County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	24	29.2%	66.7%
2020	24	30.0%	70.0%
2021	25	52.2%	47.8%
2022	27	40.0%	60.0%
2023	33	33.3%	63.6%
2024	30	37.9%	62.1%

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 Nassau County are handled at arraignment.

60.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.4%

Bail Set

0.6%

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

65.3% of Public Lewdness cases
in Nassau County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

51 cases (82.3%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

9 cases (14.5%)

Public Lewdness Drug Possession

1 cases (1.6%)

Public Lewdness Burglary

1 cases (1.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

18.9%

Jail

9.5%

Probation

47.4%

Fine Only

11.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	65	35.5%	62.9%
Black	46	36.4%	61.4%
Hispanic	38	34.3%	65.7%

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 163 cases in Nassau County, 37.0% are dismissed, 61.7% result in conviction, and 0.6% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Nassau County is 37.0%, based on 163 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 Nassau County takes 7.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

60.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.4% have bail set, and 0.6% 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 Nassau County is 61.7%, based on 163 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.

65.3% of Public Lewdness cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Nassau County has a 37.0% 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 Nassau County, 18.9% receive a jail sentence, 9.5% 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: 41.7% dismissal rate, 56.2% conviction rate (104 cases). A Misdemeanor: 29.3% dismissal rate, 70.7% conviction rate (59 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. 163 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Nassau County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com