Disorderly Conduct in New York: What the Court Data Shows

According to 8,633 DCJS pretrial release records from 2019–2024, Disorderly Conduct cases across 47 New York counties have an average dismissal rate of 37.9% and an average conviction rate of 61.9%.

Disorderly conduct is classified as a violation in New York — a non-criminal offense. It frequently appears as a disposition charge when more serious charges are reduced through plea negotiations. This page examines what DCJS pretrial release records (2019-2024) reveal about disorderly conduct patterns.

What Our Data Shows About Disorderly Conduct Outcomes

Based on our analysis of disorderly conduct cases across New York courts (DCJS pretrial release records, 2019-2024):

• Disorderly conduct often appears as the result of charge reductions from more serious offenses
• As a violation rather than a crime, disorderly conduct carries different consequences than misdemeanors
• The frequency of disorderly conduct as a plea disposition varies by county

View disorderly conduct statistics across all New York counties

Variation Across New York

Disorderly conduct patterns vary across New York's counties, particularly in how often it serves as a reduced charge in plea negotiations. Some counties may use disorderly conduct pleas more frequently for certain types of cases, reflecting local prosecutorial practices and plea bargaining norms.

Pretrial Release Patterns

Because disorderly conduct is a violation, it is generally not subject to bail. Our data tracks cases where disorderly conduct appears as the arraignment or disposition charge, providing insight into how this non-criminal offense functions within the broader case processing system.

Understanding the Statistics

When reviewing disorderly conduct data, keep in mind:

• Statistics reflect aggregate patterns from DCJS pretrial release records — individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case
• County-level differences may reflect local practices, caseload volumes, and available programs
• Data covers 2019-2024, a period that includes bail reform and its subsequent amendments

Next Steps

For information about disorderly conduct laws and potential penalties, consult a licensed New York attorney or visit the New York Penal Law. To explore the data, view our disorderly conduct statistics by county.