What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Orleans County?

The dismissal rate is 8.2%, based on 56 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 Orleans County?

The average case takes 6.5 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 Orleans County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 10.7% dismissal rate (34 cases). D Felony: 5.3% dismissal rate (19 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Orleans County, NY — 8.2% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Orleans County is 91.8%, based on 56 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

53.3% of Burglary cases in Orleans County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

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

Orleans County has a 8.2% 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 Orleans County result in conviction far more often than statewide patterns suggest. The county's 91.8% conviction rate stands against a dismissal rate of just 8.2%—significantly lower than the statewide average of 13.6%. Between 2021 and 2024, dismissals in Orleans County trended upward from zero to 12.5%, suggesting the county is gradually moving closer to statewide norms, but convictions remain the dominant outcome. Cases typically resolve within about six months.

Charge reduction occurs in over half of burglary cases before trial, with most reduced to unspecified "other" charges, criminal contempt, or petit larceny. Among those convicted, nearly half receive prison sentences, while a quarter face jail time and roughly 16% receive probation. Pretrial, almost half of defendants are released on their own recognizance, though 17% are held without bail and 10% have bail set.

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

8.2%

Dismissal Rate

91.8%

Conviction Rate

6.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

91.8%

Dismissed 8.2% Convicted 91.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 56 public court records, Orleans County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	34	10.7%	89.3%
D Felony	19	5.3%	94.7%

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 Orleans County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	12	0.0%	100.0%
2022	7	14.3%	85.7%
2023	16	8.3%	91.7%
2024	17	12.5%	87.5%

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 Orleans County are handled at arraignment.

48.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.3%

Bail Set

17.2%

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

53.3% of Burglary cases
in Orleans County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Other

9 cases (42.9%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

5 cases (23.8%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

4 cases (19.0%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

2 cases (9.5%)

Burglary Weapons Offense

1 cases (4.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Orleans County.

24.4%

Jail

15.6%

Probation

46.7%

State Prison

6.7%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	40	8.1%	91.9%

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 56 cases in Orleans County, 8.2% are dismissed, 91.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Orleans County is 8.2%, based on 56 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Orleans County takes 6.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

48.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.3% have bail set, and 17.2% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Orleans County is 91.8%, based on 56 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.

53.3% of Burglary cases in Orleans County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Other.

Orleans County has a 8.2% 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 Orleans County, 24.4% receive a jail sentence, 15.6% receive probation, and 46.7% 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: 10.7% dismissal rate, 89.3% conviction rate (34 cases). D Felony: 5.3% dismissal rate, 94.7% conviction rate (19 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. 56 cases analyzed for Burglary in Orleans County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com