Burglary in Essex County
37 cases · Essex County Courts · DCJS Data
Burglary defendants in Essex County face conviction at rates substantially higher than the statewide average. The 93.9% conviction rate compared to a 3.0% dismissal rate—10.6 percentage points below the state average for dismissals—indicates that burglary cases in this county proceed to conviction far more often than they are thrown out. Over the 2021-2024 period, dismissals trended downward, hitting 0% in recent years. With no acquittals on record across 37 cases, Essex County burglary prosecutions show minimal courtroom defeats once charges reach trial.
Charge reduction represents the primary mechanism shifting burglary outcomes downward in Essex County, occurring in 58.1% of cases. About half of these reductions downgrade to unspecified charges, while the remainder split between Criminal Trespass and Criminal Contempt. Among those convicted, prison sentences dominate at 35.5%, with jail time at 25.8% and probation at 22.6%. At the pretrial stage, 40% of defendants secured release on their own recognizance, though 6.7% were remanded and 26.7% had bail conditions imposed. Cases moved relatively slowly, taking a median of 270 days 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
Case Outcomes
Source: 37 public court records, Essex County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Burglary in Essex County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| D Felony | 18 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| C Felony | 11 | 11.1% | 88.9% |
| B Felony | 8 | 0.0% | 87.5% |
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 Essex County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2022 | 7 | 0.0% | 83.3% |
| 2023 | 12 | 10.0% | 90.0% |
| 2024 | 6 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
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 Essex County are handled at arraignment.
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
in Essex County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Essex County.
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Case outcome rates by race for Burglary in Essex County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 33 | 3.4% | 93.1% |
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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 37 cases analyzed for Burglary in Essex County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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