What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Clinton County?

The dismissal rate is 3.3%, based on 116 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 Clinton County?

The average case takes 6.7 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 Clinton County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 2.0% dismissal rate (58 cases). D Felony: 3.3% dismissal rate (47 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Clinton County, NY — 3.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Clinton County is 93.5%, based on 116 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

54.7% of Burglary cases in Clinton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

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

Clinton County has a 3.3% dismissal rate for Burglary. Visit the Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Burglary prosecutions in Clinton County result in conviction far more often than statewide patterns suggest. With a 93.5% conviction rate against a 3.3% dismissal rate, defendants face markedly steeper odds compared to the state average, where dismissals occur in 13.6% of cases. This 10.3 percentage point gap reflects how aggressively burglary cases proceed in Clinton County. The trend has intensified since 2019, when dismissals reached 9.1%—they have now fallen to zero, indicating prosecutors are screening cases more strictly or taking stronger cases to trial.

Charge reductions offer the primary pathway out of a burglary conviction. Over half of all burglary defendants (54.7%) see charges reduced, most commonly to Criminal Trespass. Among defendants who remain convicted, sentences distribute across multiple sanctions: 30.2% receive prison time, 23.3% receive jail, and 17.4% receive probation. At pretrial, about one-third of defendants secure release on their own recognizance, though 14.3% are remanded. The median bail when set is $1,000, suggesting moderate detention barriers for many defendants facing these charges in Clinton County.

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

3.3%

Dismissal Rate

93.5%

Conviction Rate

6.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

93.5%

Dismissed 3.3% Convicted 93.5% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 3.3%

Source: 116 public court records, Clinton County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	58	2.0%	96.1%
D Felony	47	3.3%	93.3%
B Felony	11	9.1%	81.8%

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 Clinton County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	12	9.1%	90.9%
2020	28	0.0%	100.0%
2021	17	5.9%	94.1%
2022	14	0.0%	91.7%
2023	20	5.6%	88.9%
2024	25	0.0%	95.8%

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 Clinton County are handled at arraignment.

35.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

31.4%

Bail Set

14.3%

Remanded

$1,000

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

54.7% of Burglary cases
in Clinton County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Criminal Trespass

15 cases (41.7%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

7 cases (19.4%)

Burglary Disorderly Conduct

6 cases (16.7%)

Burglary Other

4 cases (11.1%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

4 cases (11.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Clinton County.

23.3%

Jail

17.4%

Probation

30.2%

State Prison

14.0%

Fine Only

2.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	103	2.5%	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 116 cases in Clinton County, 3.3% are dismissed, 93.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Clinton County is 3.3%, based on 116 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Clinton County takes 6.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

35.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 31.4% have bail set, and 14.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Clinton County is 93.5%, based on 116 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.

54.7% of Burglary cases in Clinton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

Clinton County has a 3.3% 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 Clinton County, 23.3% receive a jail sentence, 17.4% receive probation, and 30.2% 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: 2.0% dismissal rate, 96.1% conviction rate (58 cases). D Felony: 3.3% dismissal rate, 93.3% conviction rate (47 cases). B Felony: 9.1% dismissal rate, 81.8% conviction rate (11 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. 116 cases analyzed for Burglary in Clinton County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com