What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Erie County?

The dismissal rate is 33.6%, based on 1780 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 Erie County?

The average case takes 6.4 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 Erie County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 39.0% dismissal rate (878 cases). D Felony: 23.7% dismissal rate (699 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Erie County, NY — 33.6% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Burglary in Erie County?

Based on 1780 cases in Erie County, 33.6% are dismissed, 65.2% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.4 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Erie County is 65.2%, based on 1780 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

70.8% of Burglary cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Erie County has a 33.6% 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 Erie County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average—33.6 percent compared to 13.6 percent statewide, a 20-percentage-point gap. Despite this elevated dismissal rate, 65.2 percent of cases still result in conviction, with acquittals rare at 0.2 percent. The county's dismissal rate has been declining since 2019, when it stood at 42.5 percent, suggesting prosecutors have become more selective or successful in advancing cases to trial. Across the state, burglary cases follow a different trajectory in Erie County than elsewhere.

Charge reductions are the dominant feature of Erie County burglary cases: 70.8 percent are reduced to lesser offenses, primarily Disorderly Conduct (36.8 percent of reductions) and Petit Larceny (32.9 percent). At pretrial, 48.7 percent of defendants have bail set at a median of $10,000, while 27.9 percent are released on their own recognizance and 17.3 percent are remanded. Among those convicted, sentences split fairly evenly between jail and prison terms (21.6 and 21.0 percent respectively), with 10.6 percent receiving probation and 8.4 percent credited for time served.

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

33.6%

Dismissal Rate

65.2%

Conviction Rate

6.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

33.6%

65.2%

Dismissed 33.6% Convicted 65.2% Acquitted 0.2%

Source: 1,780 public court records, Erie County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	878	39.0%	59.7%
D Felony	699	23.7%	75.0%
B Felony	194	39.4%	60.6%
E Felony	9	25.0%	75.0%

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 Erie County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	245	42.5%	55.3%
2020	322	37.0%	62.6%
2021	217	32.3%	65.6%
2022	173	26.8%	72.6%
2023	360	29.9%	68.8%
2024	462	33.0%	66.2%

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 Erie County are handled at arraignment.

27.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

48.7%

Bail Set

17.3%

Remanded

$10,000

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

70.8% of Burglary cases
in Erie County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Disorderly Conduct

161 cases (27.9%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

144 cases (25.0%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

133 cases (23.1%)

Burglary Harassment

78 cases (13.5%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

61 cases (10.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Erie County.

21.6%

Jail

10.6%

Probation

21.0%

State Prison

9.2%

Fine Only

8.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	919	39.5%	59.1%
White	636	23.9%	74.8%
Hispanic	188	34.8%	65.2%
Asian	16	46.2%	53.8%
Native American	11	27.3%	72.7%

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 1,780 cases in Erie County, 33.6% are dismissed, 65.2% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Erie County is 33.6%, based on 1,780 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Erie County takes 6.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

27.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 48.7% have bail set, and 17.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $10,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Erie County is 65.2%, based on 1,780 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.

70.8% of Burglary cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Erie County has a 33.6% 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 Erie County, 21.6% receive a jail sentence, 10.6% receive probation, and 21.0% 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. C Felony: 39.0% dismissal rate, 59.7% conviction rate (878 cases). D Felony: 23.7% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (699 cases). B Felony: 39.4% dismissal rate, 60.6% conviction rate (194 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. 1,780 cases analyzed for Burglary in Erie County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com