What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Delaware County?

The dismissal rate is 6.9%, based on 33 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 Delaware County?

The average case takes 7.0 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 Delaware County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 7.1% dismissal rate (17 cases). C Felony: 8.3% dismissal rate (12 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Delaware County, NY — 6.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Delaware County is 89.7%, based on 33 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

30.8% of Burglary cases in Delaware County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

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

Delaware County has a 6.9% dismissal rate for Burglary. Visit the Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Burglary defendants in Delaware County face significantly steeper odds than the statewide average. The county's 89.7% conviction rate paired with a 6.9% dismissal rate—nearly half the statewide dismissal rate of 13.6%—indicates that burglary charges here are prosecuted aggressively and rarely dismissed before trial. This pattern has shifted recently: dismissals were nonexistent in 2021 but rose to 28.6% by 2024, suggesting either changing prosecution priorities or evolving case quality in that period. No acquittals have been recorded in the 33 cases reviewed, meaning convictions have come exclusively through guilty pleas or trial verdicts.

When burglary charges proceed, defendants face meaningful pretrial barriers. Roughly one-third are released on recognizance, while the remaining two-thirds are either held on bail (median $2,500) or remanded without bail. Once convicted, imprisonment is the modal outcome at 34.6%, followed by probation at 26.9% and jail at 23.1%. Nearly one-third of burglary cases see charge reductions, most commonly to other felonies or criminal trespass, which may influence final sentencing exposure. Cases typically resolve within seven months from filing to disposition.

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

6.9%

Dismissal Rate

89.7%

Conviction Rate

7.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

89.7%

Dismissed 6.9% Convicted 89.7% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 3.4%

Source: 33 public court records, Delaware County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	17	7.1%	92.9%
C Felony	12	8.3%	83.3%

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 Delaware County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	8	0.0%	100.0%
2022	8	0.0%	100.0%
2023	6	0.0%	100.0%
2024	8	28.6%	71.4%

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 Delaware County are handled at arraignment.

35.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

28.6%

Bail Set

28.6%

Remanded

$2,500

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.

Charge Reductions

30.8% of Burglary cases
in Delaware County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Other

3 cases (37.5%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

2 cases (25.0%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

1 cases (12.5%)

Burglary Harassment

1 cases (12.5%)

Burglary Grand Larceny

1 cases (12.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Delaware County.

23.1%

Jail

26.9%

Probation

34.6%

State Prison

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	30	7.4%	92.6%

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.

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 33 cases in Delaware County, 6.9% are dismissed, 89.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Delaware County is 6.9%, based on 33 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Delaware County takes 7.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

35.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 28.6% have bail set, and 28.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Delaware County is 89.7%, based on 33 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.

30.8% of Burglary cases in Delaware County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

Delaware County has a 6.9% 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 Delaware County, 23.1% receive a jail sentence, 26.9% receive probation, and 34.6% 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: 7.1% dismissal rate, 92.9% conviction rate (17 cases). C Felony: 8.3% dismissal rate, 83.3% 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. 33 cases analyzed for Burglary in Delaware County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com