What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Cayuga County?

The dismissal rate is 2.4%, based on 176 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 Cayuga County?

The average case takes 7.5 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 Burglary in Cayuga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 1.2% dismissal rate (88 cases). C Felony: 4.3% dismissal rate (76 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Cayuga County, NY — 2.4% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Cayuga County is 97.0%, based on 176 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

54.4% of Burglary cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Cayuga County has a 2.4% 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 Cayuga County result in conviction at an unusually high rate: 97 percent of cases that reach resolution end in guilty verdicts, with virtually no acquittals and dismissals occurring in only 2.4 percent of cases. This is substantially lower than the statewide dismissal rate of 13.6 percent, suggesting Cayuga County prosecutors secure convictions on burglary charges more consistently than their counterparts elsewhere in New York. The trend is moving in the opposite direction—dismissals have risen from zero in 2019 to 5.6 percent by 2024—but remain well below state averages even as they climb.

More than half of burglary charges in Cayuga County are reduced to lesser offenses, primarily petit larceny, which accounts for over half of all reductions. Among defendants whose charges aren't reduced, prison sentences dominate: 37.5 percent receive prison time, while 22.5 percent receive jail and 21.2 percent receive probation. For pretrial release, one-fifth of defendants are remanded without bail, while those released receive relatively modest bail amounts with a median of twenty-two hundred fifty dollars. Cases take an average of 225 days to resolve.

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

2.4%

Dismissal Rate

97.0%

Conviction Rate

7.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

97.0%

Dismissed 2.4% Convicted 97.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 176 public court records, Cayuga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	88	1.2%	97.6%
C Felony	76	4.3%	95.7%
B Felony	12	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.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Burglary outcomes in Cayuga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	14	0.0%	100.0%
2020	30	3.4%	96.6%
2021	38	2.6%	94.7%
2022	39	0.0%	100.0%
2023	33	3.3%	96.7%
2024	22	5.6%	94.4%

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 Cayuga County are handled at arraignment.

33.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

41.2%

Bail Set

20.0%

Remanded

$2,250

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

54.4% of Burglary cases
in Cayuga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Petit Larceny

33 cases (45.2%)

Burglary Other

16 cases (21.9%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

16 cases (21.9%)

Burglary Assault

5 cases (6.8%)

Burglary Disorderly Conduct

3 cases (4.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Cayuga County.

22.5%

Jail

21.2%

Probation

37.5%

State Prison

3.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	129	1.7%	98.3%
Black	42	5.1%	92.3%

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 176 cases in Cayuga County, 2.4% are dismissed, 97.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Cayuga County is 2.4%, based on 176 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Cayuga County takes 7.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

33.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 41.2% have bail set, and 20.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Cayuga County is 97.0%, based on 176 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.

54.4% of Burglary cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Cayuga County has a 2.4% 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 Cayuga County, 22.5% receive a jail sentence, 21.2% receive probation, and 37.5% 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: 1.2% dismissal rate, 97.6% conviction rate (88 cases). C Felony: 4.3% dismissal rate, 95.7% conviction rate (76 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (12 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. 176 cases analyzed for Burglary in Cayuga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com