How long does a Public Lewdness case take in New York 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 New York County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 59.2% dismissal rate (465 cases). A Misdemeanor: 62.9% dismissal rate (91 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in New York County, NY — 59.8% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 59.8%, based on 556 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 New York County?

54.7% of Public Lewdness cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Public Lewdness cases in New York County are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average, with 59.8 percent dismissed compared to 43.6 percent statewide—a 16.2 percentage point gap. This suggests the charge faces steeper skepticism in New York County courts than across the state. Convictions occur in 39.8 percent of cases, while acquittals are virtually absent at 0.4 percent. The dismissal trend is strengthening: cases dismissed increased from 47.6 percent in 2019 to 70.9 percent in 2024, indicating growing judicial reluctance to proceed with these charges.

Most defendants are released pretrial on their own recognizance at 55 percent, with bail set in only 16 percent of cases and remand extremely rare. When charge reductions occur—happening in 54.7 percent of cases—they overwhelmingly shift to Disorderly Conduct, accounting for 72.3 percent of all reductions. Among those convicted, outcomes are predominantly lenient: 48.1 percent receive time-served sentences, while 18.4 percent receive jail time. Prison sentences are nearly nonexistent at 0.9 percent. Cases typically resolve within 125 days.

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

59.8%

Dismissal Rate

39.8%

Conviction Rate

4.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

59.8%

39.8%

Dismissed 59.8% Convicted 39.8% Acquitted 0.4%

Source: 556 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	465	59.2%	40.3%
A Misdemeanor	91	62.9%	37.1%

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 New York County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	124	47.6%	52.4%
2020	52	54.0%	46.0%
2021	75	63.2%	36.8%
2022	87	69.9%	27.7%
2023	106	66.7%	33.3%
2024	81	70.9%	29.1%

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 New York County are handled at arraignment.

55.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.0%

Bail Set

0.2%

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

54.7% of Public Lewdness cases
in New York County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

73 cases (67.0%)

Public Lewdness Other

19 cases (17.4%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

9 cases (8.3%)

Public Lewdness Sex Offense

5 cases (4.6%)

Public Lewdness Endangering Welfare of a Child

3 cases (2.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Public Lewdness convictions in New York County.

18.4%

Jail

0.5%

Probation

0.9%

State Prison

48.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	301	57.7%	41.6%
Hispanic	154	61.9%	38.1%
White	73	54.8%	45.2%
Asian	24	87.0%	13.0%

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 556 cases in New York County, 59.8% are dismissed, 39.8% result in conviction, and 0.4% 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 New York County is 59.8%, based on 556 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 New York County takes 4.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

55.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.0% have bail set, and 0.2% 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 New York County is 39.8%, based on 556 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.

54.7% of Public Lewdness cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

New York County has a 59.8% 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 New York County, 18.4% receive a jail sentence, 0.5% receive probation, and 0.9% are sentenced to state prison. 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: 59.2% dismissal rate, 40.3% conviction rate (465 cases). A Misdemeanor: 62.9% dismissal rate, 37.1% conviction rate (91 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. 556 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in New York County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com