What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Onondaga County?

The dismissal rate is 30.0%, based on 1530 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 Onondaga County?

The average case takes 9.2 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 Onondaga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 32.7% dismissal rate (731 cases). D Felony: 27.3% dismissal rate (701 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Onondaga County, NY — 30.0% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Burglary in Onondaga County?

Based on 1530 cases in Onondaga County, 30.0% are dismissed, 68.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.2 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Onondaga County is 68.3%, based on 1530 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

65.7% of Burglary cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Onondaga County has a 30.0% 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 Onondaga County are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average. The county's 30 percent dismissal rate exceeds the statewide average by 16.4 percentage points, suggesting prosecutors face particular challenges sustaining these charges locally or that defense outcomes differ markedly from other regions. With a 68.3 percent conviction rate among the 1,530 cases handled since 2019, burglary remains a serious charge, but the dismissal trend has been moving upward—rising from 22.8 percent in 2019 to 27 percent in 2024. This trajectory indicates that fewer burglary cases are reaching conviction as the years progress.

Charge reductions are extremely common, occurring in nearly two-thirds of cases. When burglary charges are reduced, they most often become petit larceny (43.5 percent of reductions) or criminal trespass (40.4 percent), offenses carrying substantially lower penalties. Among convicted defendants, sentences are distributed across incarceration and probation: 24.3 percent receive prison time, 20.9 percent receive jail, and 17.8 percent receive probation. At bail hearings, nearly half of defendants have bail set (41.4 percent), with a median amount of $2,500, while roughly one-quarter are remanded

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

30.0%

Dismissal Rate

68.3%

Conviction Rate

9.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

30.0%

68.3%

Dismissed 30.0% Convicted 68.3% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.8%

Source: 1,530 public court records, Onondaga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	731	32.7%	65.9%
D Felony	701	27.3%	70.5%
B Felony	92	24.3%	74.3%
E Felony	6	100.0%	0.0%

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 Onondaga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	133	22.8%	76.3%
2020	240	24.6%	71.4%
2021	265	27.1%	70.8%
2022	262	35.8%	61.8%
2023	371	37.8%	61.7%
2024	256	27.0%	72.4%

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 Onondaga County are handled at arraignment.

9.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

41.4%

Bail Set

24.8%

Remanded

$2,500

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

65.7% of Burglary cases
in Onondaga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Petit Larceny

138 cases (35.5%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

128 cases (32.9%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

51 cases (13.1%)

Burglary Harassment

39 cases (10.0%)

Burglary Other

33 cases (8.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Onondaga County.

20.9%

Jail

17.8%

Probation

24.3%

State Prison

0.7%

Fine Only

5.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	930	33.9%	63.6%
White	474	23.7%	75.7%
Hispanic	92	26.9%	73.1%
Native American	17	0.0%	100.0%
Other	10	50.0%	50.0%

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.

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 1,530 cases in Onondaga County, 30.0% are dismissed, 68.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Onondaga County is 30.0%, based on 1,530 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Onondaga County takes 9.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

9.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 41.4% have bail set, and 24.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Onondaga County is 68.3%, based on 1,530 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.

65.7% of Burglary cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Onondaga County has a 30.0% 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 Onondaga County, 20.9% receive a jail sentence, 17.8% receive probation, and 24.3% 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: 32.7% dismissal rate, 65.9% conviction rate (731 cases). D Felony: 27.3% dismissal rate, 70.5% conviction rate (701 cases). B Felony: 24.3% dismissal rate, 74.3% conviction rate (92 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. 1,530 cases analyzed for Burglary in Onondaga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com