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

The average case takes 4.7 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 Queens County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 66.7% dismissal rate (208 cases). A Misdemeanor: 69.4% dismissal rate (108 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Queens County, NY — 67.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 67.6%, based on 316 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 Queens County?

85.1% of Public Lewdness cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Public lewdness cases in Queens County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average, with 67.6 percent of the 316 cases resulting in dismissal compared to 43.6 percent statewide—a 24-point gap that suggests these charges face significant challenges at prosecution or are handled more leniently in Queens. Only 32.1 percent result in conviction, while acquittals are negligible. This pattern has strengthened over time, with dismissal rates climbing from 54.2 percent in 2019 to 70 percent in 2024, indicating a clear upward trend favoring case dismissal.

Charge reductions are the dominant pathway in Queens, affecting 85.1 percent of cases before trial. Disorderly conduct absorbs nearly all reduced charges at 93.9 percent, effectively downgrading the original offense. For those convicted, jail sentences are uncommon at 5.9 percent; most receive either fines at 7.9 percent or time served credit at 12.9 percent. Pretrial conditions heavily favor release, with 58.9 percent released on their own recognizance and only 0.3 percent of total cases resulting in remand, indicating minimal perceived risk to public safety in these prosecutions.

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

67.6%

Dismissal Rate

32.1%

Conviction Rate

4.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

67.6%

32.1%

Dismissed 67.6% Convicted 32.1% Acquitted 0.3%

Source: 316 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	208	66.7%	32.9%
A Misdemeanor	108	69.4%	30.6%

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 Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	48	54.2%	45.8%
2020	37	91.9%	8.1%
2021	46	80.4%	19.6%
2022	60	65.0%	35.0%
2023	54	50.9%	49.1%
2024	70	70.0%	28.6%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

58.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.5%

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

85.1% of Public Lewdness cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

77 cases (90.6%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

3 cases (3.5%)

Public Lewdness Sex Offense

2 cases (2.4%)

Public Lewdness Endangering Welfare of a Child

2 cases (2.4%)

Public Lewdness Theft of Services

1 cases (1.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

5.9%

Jail

1.0%

Probation

7.9%

Fine Only

12.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	135	71.1%	28.1%
Hispanic	109	65.7%	34.3%
White	39	53.8%	46.2%
Asian	25	68.0%	32.0%

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 316 cases in Queens County, 67.6% are dismissed, 32.1% result in conviction, and 0.3% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Queens County is 67.6%, based on 316 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 Queens County takes 4.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

58.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.5% 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 Queens County is 32.1%, based on 316 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.

85.1% of Public Lewdness cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Queens County has a 67.6% 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 Queens County, 5.9% receive a jail sentence, 1.0% 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: 66.7% dismissal rate, 32.9% conviction rate (208 cases). A Misdemeanor: 69.4% dismissal rate, 30.6% conviction rate (108 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. 316 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com