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

The average case takes 5.7 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 Orange County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 41.7% dismissal rate (26 cases). A Misdemeanor: 40.0% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Orange County, NY — 41.0% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 41.0%, based on 41 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 Orange County?

78.3% of Public Lewdness cases in Orange County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Orange County, public lewdness cases end in conviction 59% of the time, slightly below the statewide dismissal rate of 43.6%. The county's 41% dismissal rate represents a meaningful shift over the past five years, with dismissals climbing from 20% in 2020 to 50% in 2024. This upward trend suggests prosecutors or courts are becoming more selective about which cases proceed to conviction, or defendants are increasingly successful at challenging charges. Cases typically resolve within 172 days from filing to disposition.

Charge reduction is the dominant outcome here: 78% of public lewdness cases get reduced to a lesser charge rather than proceeding to trial or conviction on the original charge. Disorderly conduct accounts for 82% of those reductions, making it the common endpoint for most defendants. When convictions do stick, fines are the most frequent sentence at 26%, followed by jail time at 13% and probation at 8.7%. Pretrial release is accessible—66% are released on their own recognizance—though when bail is set, the median amount is $1,250.

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

41.0%

Dismissal Rate

59.0%

Conviction Rate

5.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

41.0%

59.0%

Dismissed 41.0% Convicted 59.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 41 public court records, Orange County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	26	41.7%	58.3%
A Misdemeanor	15	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 Orange County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	5	20.0%	80.0%
2021	7	14.3%	85.7%
2022	7	42.9%	57.1%
2023	9	55.6%	44.4%
2024	10	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 Orange County are handled at arraignment.

65.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

4.9%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$1,250

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

78.3% of Public Lewdness cases
in Orange County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

14 cases (77.8%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

2 cases (11.1%)

Public Lewdness Menacing

1 cases (5.6%)

Public Lewdness Criminal Contempt

1 cases (5.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

13.0%

Jail

8.7%

Probation

26.1%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	15	33.3%	66.7%
White	14	46.2%	53.8%
Hispanic	11	50.0%	50.0%

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 41 cases in Orange County, 41.0% are dismissed, 59.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Orange County is 41.0%, based on 41 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 Orange County takes 5.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

65.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 4.9% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Public Lewdness in Orange County is 59.0%, based on 41 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.

78.3% of Public Lewdness cases in Orange County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Orange County has a 41.0% 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 Orange County, 13.0% receive a jail sentence, 8.7% 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, 58.3% conviction rate (26 cases). A Misdemeanor: 40.0% dismissal rate, 60.0% 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. 41 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Orange County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com