What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Livingston County?

The dismissal rate is 4.4%, based on 72 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 Livingston County?

The average case takes 8.6 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 Livingston County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 5.7% dismissal rate (37 cases). C Felony: 3.3% dismissal rate (32 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Livingston County, NY — 4.4% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Livingston County is 94.1%, based on 72 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

56.2% of Burglary cases in Livingston County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Livingston County has a 4.4% 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 Livingston County face a conviction rate of 94.1 percent, substantially higher than the statewide average dismissal rate of 13.6 percent. Only 4.4 percent of burglary cases here result in dismissal—9.2 percentage points below the state average—and no acquittals occurred in the 72 cases examined. However, dismissal rates have been climbing sharply, rising from zero percent in 2020 to 15.8 percent by 2024, suggesting shifting prosecution or case evaluation practices. Cases typically move through the system in about eight and a half months.

Pretrial conditions vary significantly: roughly 47 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while 29.4 percent are remanded and 11.8 percent have bail set. Among those convicted, prison sentences dominate outcomes at 39.1 percent, followed by probation at 21.9 percent and jail at 20.3 percent. Notably, 56.2 percent of burglary charges are reduced to lesser offenses before conviction, with petit larceny accounting for 58.3 percent of those reductions. This high reduction rate paired with the increasing dismissal trend indicates significant case attrition occurs before trial.

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

4.4%

Dismissal Rate

94.1%

Conviction Rate

8.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

94.1%

Dismissed 4.4% Convicted 94.1% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.5%

Source: 72 public court records, Livingston County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	37	5.7%	94.3%
C Felony	32	3.3%	93.3%

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 Livingston County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	9	0.0%	100.0%
2021	9	0.0%	100.0%
2022	12	0.0%	100.0%
2023	21	0.0%	94.4%
2024	19	15.8%	84.2%

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 Livingston County are handled at arraignment.

47.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

11.8%

Bail Set

29.4%

Remanded

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

56.2% of Burglary cases
in Livingston County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Petit Larceny

14 cases (45.2%)

Burglary Other

5 cases (16.1%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

5 cases (16.1%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

4 cases (12.9%)

Burglary Grand Larceny

3 cases (9.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Livingston County.

20.3%

Jail

21.9%

Probation

39.1%

State Prison

10.9%

Fine Only

3.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	60	3.6%	94.6%

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 72 cases in Livingston County, 4.4% are dismissed, 94.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Livingston County is 4.4%, based on 72 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Livingston County takes 8.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

47.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 11.8% have bail set, and 29.4% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Livingston County is 94.1%, based on 72 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.

56.2% of Burglary cases in Livingston County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Livingston County has a 4.4% 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 Livingston County, 20.3% receive a jail sentence, 21.9% receive probation, and 39.1% 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: 5.7% dismissal rate, 94.3% conviction rate (37 cases). C Felony: 3.3% dismissal rate, 93.3% conviction rate (32 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. 72 cases analyzed for Burglary in Livingston County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com