Burglary cases in Allegany County result in conviction at unusually high rates. The 90.5% conviction rate far exceeds typical outcomes, and the county's 7.1% dismissal rate runs 6.5 percentage points below the statewide average of 13.6%. Over the five-year period from 2020 to 2024, dismissals have trended downward, remaining at zero in recent years. With no acquittals recorded, defendants rarely succeed at trial in this county. Cases take approximately ten months to resolve.

Before trial, pretrial release is granted to roughly 26% of defendants on their own recognizance, while another 16% receive bail and 16% are remanded. Among those convicted, prison sentences are most common at 37%, followed by probation at 29%. However, charge reductions occur in nearly 40% of cases, with petit larceny being the most frequent reduction at 60% of all reductions. This pattern suggests that while conviction is likely, the actual charge may be reduced substantially during case processing.

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

7.1%
Dismissal Rate
90.5%
Conviction Rate
10.3 months
Avg Duration
90.5%
Dismissed 7.1% Convicted 90.5% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.4%

Source: 49 public court records, Allegany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Burglary in Allegany County.

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
C Felony 25 0.0% 95.2%
D Felony 18 17.6% 82.4%
B Felony 6 0.0% 100.0%

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.

How Burglary outcomes in Allegany County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2020 7 0.0% 100.0%
2021 5 25.0% 75.0%
2022 12 10.0% 90.0%
2023 16 7.1% 85.7%
2024 8 0.0% 100.0%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

How defendants charged with Burglary in Allegany County are handled at arraignment.

26.3%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
15.8%
Bail Set
15.8%
Remanded

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.

39.5% of Burglary cases
in Allegany County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Burglary Petit Larceny
6 cases (50.0%)
Burglary Other
2 cases (16.7%)
Burglary Criminal Contempt
2 cases (16.7%)
Burglary Weapons Offense
1 cases (8.3%)
Burglary Theft of Services
1 cases (8.3%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Allegany County.

13.2%
Jail
28.9%
Probation
36.8%
State Prison
7.9%
Fine Only
7.9%
Time Served

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

Race Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
White 45 7.9% 92.1%

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.

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 49 cases in Allegany County, 7.1% are dismissed, 90.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Burglary in Allegany County is 7.1%, based on 49 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Burglary case in Allegany County takes 10.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
26.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 15.8% have bail set, and 15.8% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.
The conviction rate for Burglary in Allegany County is 90.5%, based on 49 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.
39.5% of Burglary cases in Allegany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.
Allegany County has a 7.1% dismissal rate for Burglary cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.
For those convicted of Burglary in Allegany County, 13.2% receive a jail sentence, 28.9% receive probation, and 36.8% 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: 0.0% dismissal rate, 95.2% conviction rate (25 cases). D Felony: 17.6% dismissal rate, 82.4% conviction rate (18 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (6 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. 49 cases analyzed for Burglary in Allegany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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