Burglary cases in Monroe County result in conviction in about 77 of every 100 prosecutions, a rate significantly higher than the statewide average conviction rate. The county's dismissal rate of 21 percent exceeds the statewide average by 7.3 percentage points, suggesting prosecutors and judges in Monroe County handle burglary charges with more skepticism than the state overall. This pattern has strengthened over time—dismissals increased from 16.5 percent in 2019 to 22.5 percent in 2024, indicating a growing trend toward case rejection or abandonment in this county.

Nearly three-quarters of burglary charges get reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to Petit Larceny in 53 percent of reductions. Among defendants who go to trial and lose, outcomes split between jail time (26.5 percent) and prison sentences (22.6 percent), with smaller shares receiving probation or credit for time served. Pretrial conditions show defendants fairly split between release on their own recognizance (20 percent) and those held on bail, while about one in four defendants remain detained without bail. The median bail amount of $5,000 reflects the moderate risk profile prosecutors assign to burglary in Monroe County.

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

20.9%
Dismissal Rate
77.3%
Conviction Rate
7.0 months
Avg Duration
20.9%
77.3%
Dismissed 20.9% Convicted 77.3% Acquitted 0.5% YO Adjudication 1.3%

Source: 1,342 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
D Felony 731 16.7% 82.7%
C Felony 446 21.8% 75.7%
B Felony 157 33.8% 62.0%
E Felony 8 20.0% 80.0%

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.

How Burglary outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2019 125 16.5% 80.0%
2020 199 19.4% 79.4%
2021 172 20.7% 75.2%
2022 207 17.9% 81.0%
2023 275 25.6% 73.4%
2024 364 22.5% 76.3%

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 Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

20.1%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
32.8%
Bail Set
24.2%
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.

72.3% of Burglary cases
in Monroe County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Burglary Petit Larceny
221 cases (42.7%)
Burglary Disorderly Conduct
102 cases (19.7%)
Burglary Criminal Trespass
93 cases (18.0%)
Burglary Other
69 cases (13.3%)
Burglary Criminal Contempt
32 cases (6.2%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Monroe County.

26.5%
Jail
11.5%
Probation
22.6%
State Prison
1.2%
Fine Only
4.9%
Time Served

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

Race Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Black 732 24.2% 73.3%
White 384 14.9% 84.4%
Hispanic 207 18.9% 79.9%
Asian 17 37.5% 62.5%

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 1,342 cases in Monroe County, 20.9% are dismissed, 77.3% result in conviction, and 0.5% 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 Monroe County is 20.9%, based on 1,342 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Burglary case in Monroe County takes 7.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
20.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 32.8% have bail set, and 24.2% 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 Monroe County is 77.3%, based on 1,342 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.
72.3% of Burglary cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.
Monroe County has a 20.9% 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 Monroe County, 26.5% receive a jail sentence, 11.5% receive probation, and 22.6% 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: 16.7% dismissal rate, 82.7% conviction rate (731 cases). C Felony: 21.8% dismissal rate, 75.7% conviction rate (446 cases). B Felony: 33.8% dismissal rate, 62.0% conviction rate (157 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. 1,342 cases analyzed for Burglary in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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