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

The average case takes 5.9 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 Westchester County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Misdemeanor: 18.0% dismissal rate (112 cases). A Misdemeanor: 15.8% dismissal rate (19 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Public Lewdness in Westchester County, NY — 17.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 17.6%, based on 131 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 Westchester County?

56.1% of Public Lewdness cases in Westchester County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Public lewdness cases in Westchester County result in conviction 82.4 percent of the time, markedly higher than the statewide dismissal rate of 43.6 percent. This 26-percentage-point gap suggests Westchester prosecutors and courts handle these cases more punitively than the state average. Notably, no defendants were acquitted in the 131 cases examined, and dismissals remain rare at 17.6 percent. However, an upward trend offers some relief: dismissal rates climbed from 15.8 percent in 2019 to 21.7 percent in 2024, indicating modest shifts toward more favorable outcomes over time.

Charge reduction is the most common path for defendants in Westchester, occurring in 56.1 percent of cases. The vast majority of reductions—86.8 percent—involve downgrading to disorderly conduct rather than conviction on the original charge. Most defendants secure release before trial: 61.1 percent are released on their own recognizance without bail, while 18.3 percent have bail set around $100, and fewer than 1 percent are remanded. Convicted defendants face mixed sentencing outcomes, with fines (16.3 percent) and jail time (13.3 percent) as the most common penalties.

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

17.6%

Dismissal Rate

82.4%

Conviction Rate

5.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

17.6%

82.4%

Dismissed 17.6% Convicted 82.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 131 public court records, Westchester County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Misdemeanor	112	18.0%	82.0%
A Misdemeanor	19	15.8%	84.2%

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 Westchester County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	20	15.8%	84.2%
2020	16	7.1%	92.9%
2021	18	27.8%	72.2%
2022	16	6.2%	93.8%
2023	33	21.4%	78.6%
2024	27	21.7%	78.3%

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 Westchester County are handled at arraignment.

61.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

18.3%

Bail Set

0.8%

Remanded

$100

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

56.1% of Public Lewdness cases
in Westchester County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Public Lewdness Disorderly Conduct

46 cases (83.6%)

Public Lewdness Harassment

6 cases (10.9%)

Public Lewdness Endangering Welfare of a Child

1 cases (1.8%)

Public Lewdness Criminal Trespass

1 cases (1.8%)

Public Lewdness Assault

1 cases (1.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

13.3%

Jail

8.2%

Probation

16.3%

Fine Only

11.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	62	19.6%	80.4%
Hispanic	45	16.7%	83.3%
White	18	6.7%	93.3%

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 131 cases in Westchester County, 17.6% are dismissed, 82.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Public Lewdness in Westchester County is 17.6%, based on 131 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 Westchester County takes 5.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

61.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 18.3% have bail set, and 0.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $100. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Public Lewdness in Westchester County is 82.4%, based on 131 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.

56.1% of Public Lewdness cases in Westchester County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Westchester County has a 17.6% 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 Westchester County, 13.3% receive a jail sentence, 8.2% 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: 18.0% dismissal rate, 82.0% conviction rate (112 cases). A Misdemeanor: 15.8% dismissal rate, 84.2% conviction rate (19 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. 131 cases analyzed for Public Lewdness in Westchester County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com