Burglary cases in Chemung County result in conviction in roughly 81 percent of cases, which exceeds the statewide conviction rate. The county's dismissal rate of 17.7 percent runs 4.1 percentage points higher than the state average, suggesting prosecutors in Chemung County face slightly higher barriers to sustaining charges or defendants here encounter more favorable pretrial outcomes. Over 330 cases from 2019 to 2024, dismissals have edged upward, moving from 16.7 percent to 17.2 percent. Cases resolve in a median of 215 days, providing a timeline for how long defendants typically wait for resolution.

Charge reductions occur in more than 60 percent of burglary cases, predominantly to petit larceny (45 percent of all reductions) or criminal trespass (40 percent), indicating prosecutors frequently negotiate down the initial charge. Among those convicted, sentences vary considerably: roughly 26 percent receive jail time, 23 percent prison, 16 percent probation, and 19 percent a fine. At the pretrial stage, about 40 percent face bail (median $5,500), 34 percent secure release on their own recognizance, and 21 percent are remanded without bail.

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

17.7%
Dismissal Rate
80.9%
Conviction Rate
7.2 months
Avg Duration
17.7%
80.9%
Dismissed 17.7% Convicted 80.9% Acquitted 0.4% YO Adjudication 1.1%

Source: 330 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
C Felony 148 20.1% 79.1%
D Felony 146 17.4% 80.0%
B Felony 28 11.1% 88.9%
E Felony 8 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 Chemung County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2019 26 16.7% 79.2%
2020 42 33.3% 66.7%
2021 41 28.2% 69.2%
2022 84 7.1% 91.4%
2023 62 14.3% 85.7%
2024 75 17.2% 81.0%

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 Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

34.1%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
40.2%
Bail Set
20.8%
Remanded
$5,500
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.

60.7% of Burglary cases
in Chemung County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Burglary Petit Larceny
45 cases (37.8%)
Burglary Criminal Trespass
40 cases (33.6%)
Burglary Other
15 cases (12.6%)
Burglary Criminal Contempt
13 cases (10.9%)
Burglary Assault
6 cases (5.0%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Chemung County.

26.2%
Jail
15.7%
Probation
23.1%
State Prison
18.8%
Fine Only
8.7%
Time Served

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

Race Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
White 198 16.0% 82.8%
Black 109 21.4% 77.6%
Hispanic 20 14.3% 78.6%

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 330 cases in Chemung County, 17.7% are dismissed, 80.9% result in conviction, and 0.4% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Burglary in Chemung County is 17.7%, based on 330 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Burglary case in Chemung County takes 7.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
34.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 40.2% have bail set, and 20.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.
The conviction rate for Burglary in Chemung County is 80.9%, based on 330 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.
60.7% of Burglary cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.
Chemung County has a 17.7% 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 Chemung County, 26.2% receive a jail sentence, 15.7% receive probation, and 23.1% 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: 20.1% dismissal rate, 79.1% conviction rate (148 cases). D Felony: 17.4% dismissal rate, 80.0% conviction rate (146 cases). B Felony: 11.1% dismissal rate, 88.9% conviction rate (28 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. 330 cases analyzed for Burglary in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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