Burglary convictions in Genesee County occur at a substantially higher rate than the state average. With a 91.4% conviction rate and only 7.9% of cases dismissed—nearly 6 percentage points below the statewide average of 13.6%—burglary charges in this county move toward conviction more consistently than elsewhere in the state. Among 181 cases, no defendants were acquitted at trial, suggesting that cases reaching verdict typically result in conviction. The median time to resolution is about nine months, a standard timeline for felony processing.

Nearly half of burglary charges—47.5%—are reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly Criminal Contempt. When convictions do occur, prison sentences dominate the outcome, affecting 53.2% of convicted defendants, while jail time accounts for 19.4% and probation for 18%. Pretrial conditions are restrictive: only 15.3% of defendants secure release without bail, while 30.6% are remanded without bail and 34.7% face bail set around $5,000. Notably, dismissal rates have been increasing since 2019, rising from 15.8% to 17.6%, suggesting a gradual shift in how burglary cases are resolved locally.

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

7.9%
Dismissal Rate
91.4%
Conviction Rate
8.9 months
Avg Duration
91.4%
Dismissed 7.9% Convicted 91.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 181 public court records, Genesee County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
C Felony 98 9.1% 90.9%
D Felony 67 5.7% 92.5%
B Felony 13 9.1% 90.9%

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.

How Burglary outcomes in Genesee County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2019 32 15.8% 84.2%
2020 29 3.8% 96.2%
2021 37 11.8% 88.2%
2022 37 2.9% 94.3%
2023 26 0.0% 100.0%
2024 20 17.6% 82.4%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

How defendants charged with Burglary in Genesee County are handled at arraignment.

15.3%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
34.7%
Bail Set
30.6%
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.

47.5% of Burglary cases
in Genesee County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Burglary Criminal Contempt
23 cases (46.0%)
Burglary Petit Larceny
9 cases (18.0%)
Burglary Criminal Trespass
8 cases (16.0%)
Burglary Assault
6 cases (12.0%)
Burglary Other
4 cases (8.0%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Genesee County.

19.4%
Jail
18.0%
Probation
53.2%
State Prison
1.4%
Fine Only
2.2%
Time Served

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

Race Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
White 107 8.0% 92.0%
Black 63 9.1% 89.1%
Hispanic 10 0.0% 100.0%

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.

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 181 cases in Genesee County, 7.9% are dismissed, 91.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Burglary in Genesee County is 7.9%, based on 181 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Burglary case in Genesee County takes 8.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
15.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 34.7% have bail set, and 30.6% 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 Genesee County is 91.4%, based on 181 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.
47.5% of Burglary cases in Genesee County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Contempt.
Genesee County has a 7.9% 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 Genesee County, 19.4% receive a jail sentence, 18.0% receive probation, and 53.2% 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: 9.1% dismissal rate, 90.9% conviction rate (98 cases). D Felony: 5.7% dismissal rate, 92.5% conviction rate (67 cases). B Felony: 9.1% dismissal rate, 90.9% conviction rate (13 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. 181 cases analyzed for Burglary in Genesee County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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