What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Orange County?

The dismissal rate is 18.8%, based on 403 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 Orange County?

The average case takes 7.0 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 Orange County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 23.6% dismissal rate (193 cases). D Felony: 12.7% dismissal rate (161 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Orange County, NY — 18.8% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Orange County is 80.1%, based on 403 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

63.6% of Burglary cases in Orange County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

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

Orange County has a 18.8% dismissal rate for Burglary. Visit the Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Orange County, burglary defendants face a conviction rate of 80.1 percent across 403 cases, significantly higher than the state average conviction trajectory. The county's dismissal rate of 18.8 percent runs 5.2 percentage points above the statewide average of 13.6 percent, suggesting somewhat more favorable pretrial outcomes in Orange County compared to other regions. However, the trend is moving against defendants—dismissal rates have fallen from 27.5 percent in 2019 to 18.5 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors are securing convictions more consistently over time. With a median of 210 days to case resolution, Orange County burglary cases move at a moderate pace through the system.

Pretrial detention presents a mixed picture: roughly a third of defendants secure release on their own recognizance, while over a third face bail averaging $5,000 and nearly a quarter are remanded without bail. When charges proceed to conviction, prison sentences dominate the outcome landscape, imposed in 34.2 percent of cases, though jail time and probation also feature prominently. Notably, 63.6 percent of burglary charges are reduced before conviction, predominantly to criminal trespass (44.3 percent of reductions), suggesting prosecutors frequently accept lesser charges as cases develop.

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

18.8%

Dismissal Rate

80.1%

Conviction Rate

7.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

18.8%

80.1%

Dismissed 18.8% Convicted 80.1% Acquitted 0.3%

Source: 403 public court records, Orange County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	193	23.6%	75.2%
D Felony	161	12.7%	86.5%
B Felony	46	18.2%	79.5%

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 Orange County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	41	27.5%	72.5%
2020	53	16.3%	81.4%
2021	53	16.7%	79.2%
2022	72	17.5%	82.5%
2023	95	18.2%	81.8%
2024	89	18.5%	80.0%

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 Orange County are handled at arraignment.

31.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

37.1%

Bail Set

24.3%

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

63.6% of Burglary cases
in Orange County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Criminal Trespass

47 cases (35.6%)

Burglary Disorderly Conduct

30 cases (22.7%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

29 cases (22.0%)

Burglary Other

15 cases (11.4%)

Burglary Harassment

11 cases (8.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Orange County.

18.6%

Jail

10.8%

Probation

34.2%

State Prison

7.4%

Fine Only

4.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	151	21.4%	76.2%
White	143	7.9%	91.2%
Hispanic	104	27.2%	72.8%

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 403 cases in Orange County, 18.8% are dismissed, 80.1% result in conviction, and 0.3% 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 Orange County is 18.8%, based on 403 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Orange County takes 7.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

31.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 37.1% have bail set, and 24.3% 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 Orange County is 80.1%, based on 403 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.

63.6% of Burglary cases in Orange County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

Orange County has a 18.8% 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 Orange County, 18.6% receive a jail sentence, 10.8% receive probation, and 34.2% 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: 23.6% dismissal rate, 75.2% conviction rate (193 cases). D Felony: 12.7% dismissal rate, 86.5% conviction rate (161 cases). B Felony: 18.2% dismissal rate, 79.5% conviction rate (46 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. 403 cases analyzed for Burglary in Orange County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com