What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Chenango County?

The dismissal rate is 4.9%, based on 121 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 Chenango 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 Chenango County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 2.1% dismissal rate (62 cases). C Felony: 7.8% dismissal rate (55 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Chenango County, NY — 4.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Chenango County is 93.1%, based on 121 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

38.9% of Burglary cases in Chenango County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

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

Chenango County has a 4.9% 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 Chenango County result in conviction far more often than statewide. With a 93.1% conviction rate against a 4.9% dismissal rate, defendants face steep odds compared to the statewide dismissal average of 13.6%. This 8.7 percentage point gap below the state average reflects how aggressively burglary is prosecuted locally. However, the trend is shifting: dismissals have climbed from zero in 2019 to 8.7% by 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are becoming somewhat more selective about what cases proceed to trial.

The path to resolution typically extends beyond six months, with cases taking a median 224 days to close. At pretrial, most defendants either secure release on recognizance (20.5%) or face bail around $5,000 (60.3%), while roughly one in seven are held without bail. Among those convicted, prison time is the most common outcome at 40%, followed by jail at 27.4%. Before conviction, nearly four in ten cases see charges reduced—most commonly to Criminal Trespass or Petit Larceny—which may represent prosecutorial flexibility on weaker elements of the original charge.

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

4.9%

Dismissal Rate

93.1%

Conviction Rate

7.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

93.1%

Dismissed 4.9% Convicted 93.1% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.0%

Source: 121 public court records, Chenango County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	62	2.1%	95.8%
C Felony	55	7.8%	90.2%

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 Chenango County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7	0.0%	100.0%
2020	15	0.0%	87.5%
2021	15	0.0%	100.0%
2022	36	6.7%	93.3%
2023	23	4.8%	90.5%
2024	25	8.7%	91.3%

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 Chenango County are handled at arraignment.

20.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

60.3%

Bail Set

13.7%

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

38.9% of Burglary cases
in Chenango County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Criminal Trespass

15 cases (42.9%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

12 cases (34.3%)

Burglary Other

4 cases (11.4%)

Burglary Grand Larceny

3 cases (8.6%)

Burglary Theft of Services

1 cases (2.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Chenango County.

27.4%

Jail

12.6%

Probation

40.0%

State Prison

5.3%

Fine Only

2.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	110	5.2%	93.8%

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 121 cases in Chenango County, 4.9% are dismissed, 93.1% 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 Chenango County is 4.9%, based on 121 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

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

20.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 60.3% have bail set, and 13.7% 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 Chenango County is 93.1%, based on 121 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.

38.9% of Burglary cases in Chenango County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

Chenango County has a 4.9% 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 Chenango County, 27.4% receive a jail sentence, 12.6% receive probation, and 40.0% 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: 2.1% dismissal rate, 95.8% conviction rate (62 cases). C Felony: 7.8% dismissal rate, 90.2% conviction rate (55 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. 121 cases analyzed for Burglary in Chenango County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com