What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Montgomery County?

The dismissal rate is 6.5%, based on 139 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 Montgomery County?

The average case takes 7.8 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 Montgomery County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 11.0% dismissal rate (78 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (52 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Montgomery County, NY — 6.5% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Montgomery County is 87.9%, based on 139 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

58.7% of Burglary cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Montgomery County has a 6.5% 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 Montgomery County result in conviction far more often than statewide averages suggest is typical. With an 87.9 percent conviction rate against a dismissal rate of only 6.5 percent, defendants face unusually steep odds compared to the statewide dismissal average of 13.6 percent. Montgomery County dismisses burglary charges at a rate 7.1 percentage points below the state norm, meaning prosecutions here proceed to conviction or trial resolution more frequently than elsewhere. The trend since 2019 shows dismissals climbing slightly from zero to 3.8 percent, though this remains substantially lower than state patterns.

The path through the system reflects the seriousness with which burglary is treated locally. About one-third of defendants are released on recognizance without bail, while 40 percent face bail set at a median of $5,000 and one-fifth are held without release. Among the 58.7 percent of cases where charges are reduced, nearly half drop to petit larceny, suggesting prosecutors sometimes lower the categorization rather than dismiss entirely. When convictions occur, sentences split fairly evenly between prison time (27.5 percent) and jail (24.8 percent), with another 17.4 percent receiving fines and 15.6 percent receiving probation.

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

6.5%

Dismissal Rate

87.9%

Conviction Rate

7.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

87.9%

Dismissed 6.5% Convicted 87.9% Acquitted 0.8% YO Adjudication 4.8%

Source: 139 public court records, Montgomery County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	78	11.0%	82.2%
D Felony	52	0.0%	95.3%
B Felony	7	0.0%	100.0%

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 Montgomery County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7	0.0%	100.0%
2020	15	16.7%	75.0%
2021	29	14.8%	85.2%
2022	29	0.0%	91.7%
2023	29	3.4%	82.8%
2024	30	3.8%	96.2%

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 Montgomery County are handled at arraignment.

33.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

40.0%

Bail Set

20.0%

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.

Charge Reductions

58.7% of Burglary cases
in Montgomery County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Petit Larceny

20 cases (37.7%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

13 cases (24.5%)

Burglary Other

10 cases (18.9%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

7 cases (13.2%)

Burglary Harassment

3 cases (5.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Montgomery County.

24.8%

Jail

15.6%

Probation

27.5%

State Prison

17.4%

Fine Only

10.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	69	1.6%	95.2%
Hispanic	46	8.1%	83.8%
Black	22	13.6%	77.3%

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 139 cases in Montgomery County, 6.5% are dismissed, 87.9% result in conviction, and 0.8% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Montgomery County is 6.5%, based on 139 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Montgomery County takes 7.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

33.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 40.0% have bail set, and 20.0% 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 Montgomery County is 87.9%, based on 139 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.

58.7% of Burglary cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Montgomery County has a 6.5% 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 Montgomery County, 24.8% receive a jail sentence, 15.6% receive probation, and 27.5% 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: 11.0% dismissal rate, 82.2% conviction rate (78 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 95.3% conviction rate (52 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (7 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. 139 cases analyzed for Burglary in Montgomery County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com