How long does a Weapons Offense case take in Monroe County?

The average case takes 10.5 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 Weapons Offense in Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 38.5% dismissal rate (2009 cases). D Felony: 40.8% dismissal rate (188 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Weapons Offense in Monroe County, NY — 39.8% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Weapons Offense in Monroe County?

Based on 2352 cases in Monroe County, 39.8% are dismissed, 54.8% result in conviction, and 4.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.5 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Weapons Offense in Monroe County?

The dismissal rate is 39.8%, based on 2352 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Weapons Offense charges reduced in Monroe County?

7.6% of Weapons Offense cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Weapons offense cases in Monroe County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average, with 39.8 percent of cases thrown out compared to just 17.3 percent statewide—a difference of 22.5 percentage points. Among 2,352 cases, 54.8 percent resulted in conviction and 4.1 percent in acquittal. The dismissal rate has been climbing since 2019, when it stood at 32.8 percent, reaching 43.1 percent by 2024. This upward trend suggests that prosecutors or courts in Monroe County are becoming more selective about which weapons cases proceed to conviction, or that evidentiary challenges are more frequently cited as grounds for dismissal.

When bail is set—which occurs in about 53 percent of cases—the median amount is $10,000. Roughly 18 percent of defendants are remanded without bail, while only 7.6 percent are released on their own recognizance. Among the 7.6 percent of cases that see charge reductions, most shift to disorderly conduct charges rather than remaining as weapons offenses. For defendants convicted, incarceration dominates sentencing: 62.7 percent receive prison time and 24.1 percent receive probation, while jail and fines are rare outcomes.

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

39.8%

Dismissal Rate

54.8%

Conviction Rate

10.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

39.8%

54.8%

Dismissed 39.8% Convicted 54.8% Acquitted 4.1% YO Adjudication 1.3%

Source: 2,352 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Weapons Offense in Monroe County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	2,009	38.5%	55.7%
D Felony	188	40.8%	54.2%
A Misdemeanor	94	55.7%	44.3%
E Felony	59	52.6%	43.9%

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 Weapons Offense outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	276	32.8%	61.9%
2020	427	40.5%	53.0%
2021	361	38.9%	56.4%
2022	462	41.6%	52.5%
2023	448	39.6%	55.5%
2024	376	43.1%	52.1%

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 Weapons Offense in Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

7.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

53.2%

Bail Set

17.6%

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

7.6% of Weapons Offense cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Weapons Offense Disorderly Conduct

31 cases (45.6%)

Weapons Offense Assault

21 cases (30.9%)

Weapons Offense DWI / DUI

8 cases (11.8%)

Weapons Offense Traffic Offense

4 cases (5.9%)

Weapons Offense Other

4 cases (5.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Weapons Offense convictions in Monroe County.

6.2%

Jail

24.1%

Probation

62.7%

State Prison

0.7%

Fine Only

1.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,853	40.6%	53.9%
Hispanic	320	37.6%	56.0%
White	154	34.5%	62.1%
Asian	12	45.5%	54.5%

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 2,352 cases in Monroe County, 39.8% are dismissed, 54.8% result in conviction, and 4.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Weapons Offense in Monroe County is 39.8%, based on 2,352 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Weapons Offense case in Monroe County takes 10.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

7.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 53.2% have bail set, and 17.6% 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 Weapons Offense in Monroe County is 54.8%, based on 2,352 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.

7.6% of Weapons Offense cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Monroe County has a 39.8% dismissal rate for Weapons Offense cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Weapons Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Weapons Offense in Monroe County, 6.2% receive a jail sentence, 24.1% receive probation, and 62.7% 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. C Felony: 38.5% dismissal rate, 55.7% conviction rate (2,009 cases). D Felony: 40.8% dismissal rate, 54.2% conviction rate (188 cases). A Misdemeanor: 55.7% dismissal rate, 44.3% conviction rate (94 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. 2,352 cases analyzed for Weapons Offense in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com