What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Bronx County?

The dismissal rate is 59.3%, based on 3230 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Burglary case take in Bronx County?

The average case takes 6.1 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 Burglary in Bronx County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 56.9% dismissal rate (2111 cases). C Felony: 63.0% dismissal rate (887 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Bronx County, NY — 59.3% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Burglary in Bronx County?

Based on 3230 cases in Bronx County, 59.3% are dismissed, 40.4% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Burglary in Bronx County?

The conviction rate for Burglary in Bronx County is 40.4%, based on 3230 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Burglary charges reduced in Bronx County?

90.0% of Burglary cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Q: How does Bronx County compare to other counties for Burglary?

Bronx County has a 59.3% dismissal rate for Burglary. Visit the Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Burglary cases in Bronx County are dismissed at rates drastically higher than anywhere else in the state. Nearly six in ten cases result in dismissal—59.3 percent—compared to just 13.6 percent statewide, a gap of 45.7 percentage points. Over 3,200 cases decided in Bronx County show that when convictions do occur, they represent less than 41 percent of outcomes. This trend is strengthening: dismissal rates have climbed from 48.5 percent in 2019 to 65.8 percent by 2024, suggesting the county's approach to burglary prosecutions has shifted significantly toward case rejection or abandonment.

When defendants aren't released without bail, median bail is set at $5,000, with nearly half released on their own recognizance. Among cases that proceed to conviction, jail time is the dominant sentence at 22.7 percent of convictions, while prison sentences occur in only 8 percent. The data shows why convictions are rare: 90 percent of burglary charges get reduced to lesser felonies or misdemeanors, primarily petit larceny or disorderly conduct. This means most defendants initially charged with burglary either have charges dismissed or plead to substantially lower offenses with minimal incarceration consequences.

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

59.3%

Dismissal Rate

40.4%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

59.3%

40.4%

Dismissed 59.3% Convicted 40.4% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 3,230 public court records, Bronx County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	2,111	56.9%	42.8%
C Felony	887	63.0%	36.7%
E Felony	157	65.5%	34.5%
B Felony	75	68.5%	31.5%

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 Burglary outcomes in Bronx County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	419	48.5%	51.2%
2020	499	59.6%	40.4%
2021	296	59.9%	39.3%
2022	572	58.8%	41.0%
2023	770	60.1%	39.4%
2024	673	65.8%	34.2%

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 Burglary in Bronx County are handled at arraignment.

47.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

19.5%

Bail Set

0.3%

Remanded

$5,000

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

90.0% of Burglary cases
in Bronx County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Petit Larceny

360 cases (37.4%)

Burglary Disorderly Conduct

334 cases (34.7%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

206 cases (21.4%)

Burglary Harassment

39 cases (4.1%)

Burglary Other

23 cases (2.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Bronx County.

22.7%

Jail

2.1%

Probation

8.0%

State Prison

0.2%

Fine Only

8.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	1,573	58.3%	41.6%
Black	1,438	61.8%	37.8%
White	168	48.4%	51.6%
Asian	32	51.9%	48.1%

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.

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 3,230 cases in Bronx County, 59.3% are dismissed, 40.4% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Bronx County is 59.3%, based on 3,230 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Bronx County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

47.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 19.5% have bail set, and 0.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Bronx County is 40.4%, based on 3,230 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.

90.0% of Burglary cases in Bronx County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Bronx County has a 59.3% 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 Bronx County, 22.7% receive a jail sentence, 2.1% receive probation, and 8.0% 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. D Felony: 56.9% dismissal rate, 42.8% conviction rate (2,111 cases). C Felony: 63.0% dismissal rate, 36.7% conviction rate (887 cases). E Felony: 65.5% dismissal rate, 34.5% conviction rate (157 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. 3,230 cases analyzed for Burglary in Bronx County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com