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

The average case takes 3.4 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 Richmond County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 35.3% dismissal rate (35 cases). A Misdemeanor: 68.8% dismissal rate (16 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Richmond County, NY — 46.0% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 46.0%, based on 51 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 Richmond County?

81.5% of Public Lewdness cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Public lewdness cases in Richmond County result in conviction slightly more often than statewide, with a 54 percent conviction rate compared to a 43.6 percent statewide dismissal average. Richmond County's 46 percent dismissal rate runs 2.4 percentage points higher than the state average, suggesting the charge is handled somewhat more favorably to defendants here, though the majority still face convictions. Over the past five years, however, dismissal rates have declined from 40 percent to 37.5 percent, indicating the charge has become harder to beat.

When cases proceed, charge reductions dominate the outcome: 81.5 percent of defendants see their charges reduced, nearly always to disorderly conduct rather than conviction on the original charge. Most defendants secure pretrial release without bail—60.8 percent on recognizance—and those cases typically move to disposition within about three months. For the minority convicted on the original charge, sentencing is rarely severe, with jail time ordered in only 7.4 percent of convictions and most sentences amounting to time already served.

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

46.0%

Dismissal Rate

54.0%

Conviction Rate

3.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

46.0%

54.0%

Dismissed 46.0% Convicted 54.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 51 public court records, Richmond County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	35	35.3%	64.7%
A Misdemeanor	16	68.8%	31.2%

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 Richmond County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	10	40.0%	60.0%
2021	12	58.3%	41.7%
2022	7	83.3%	16.7%
2023	10	30.0%	70.0%
2024	8	37.5%	62.5%

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 Richmond County are handled at arraignment.

60.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.9%

Bail Set

2.0%

Remanded

$10,000

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

81.5% of Public Lewdness cases
in Richmond County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

21 cases (95.5%)

Public Lewdness Weapons Offense

1 cases (4.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

7.4%

Jail

3.7%

Fine Only

11.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	19	38.9%	61.1%
White	14	50.0%	50.0%
Hispanic	10	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 51 cases in Richmond County, 46.0% are dismissed, 54.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Richmond County is 46.0%, based on 51 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 Richmond County takes 3.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

60.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.9% have bail set, and 2.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $10,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Public Lewdness in Richmond County is 54.0%, based on 51 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.

81.5% of Public Lewdness cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Richmond County has a 46.0% 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 Richmond County, 7.4% receive a jail sentence. 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: 35.3% dismissal rate, 64.7% conviction rate (35 cases). A Misdemeanor: 68.8% dismissal rate, 31.2% conviction rate (16 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. 51 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Richmond County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com