What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Richmond County?

The dismissal rate is 31.0%, based on 515 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 Richmond County?

The average case takes 6.3 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 Richmond County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 29.6% dismissal rate (272 cases). C Felony: 30.6% dismissal rate (198 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Richmond County, NY — 31.0% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Richmond County is 68.0%, based on 515 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

76.3% of Burglary cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Richmond County has a 31.0% dismissal rate for Burglary. Visit the Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Richmond County, burglary cases are dismissed at a rate of 31 percent—more than double the statewide average of 13.6 percent. Among 515 cases handled between 2019 and 2024, convictions occurred in 68 percent of cases, with acquittals extremely rare at 0.4 percent. However, the dismissal rate has been declining sharply, dropping from 35.6 percent in 2019 to 21.5 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors are securing stronger cases or judges are becoming stricter in recent years.

Charge reductions are common in Richmond County burglary cases, occurring in 76.3 percent of prosecutions. Most often burglary charges are reduced to Petit Larceny (41.9 percent of reductions) or Disorderly Conduct (40.3 percent), with a median bail of fifteen thousand dollars set in 43 percent of cases. When defendants are convicted, roughly equal proportions receive jail sentences (22.5 percent) or prison sentences (18.8 percent), while probation alone is imposed in 5.8 percent of convictions. Case resolution takes a median of 189 days.

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

31.0%

Dismissal Rate

68.0%

Conviction Rate

6.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

31.0%

68.0%

Dismissed 31.0% Convicted 68.0% Acquitted 0.4%

Source: 515 public court records, Richmond County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	272	29.6%	70.0%
C Felony	198	30.6%	67.8%
B Felony	26	32.0%	68.0%
E Felony	19	52.9%	41.2%

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 Richmond County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	77	35.6%	60.3%
2020	68	27.0%	73.0%
2021	97	34.0%	66.0%
2022	62	33.3%	66.7%
2023	108	34.7%	64.3%
2024	103	21.5%	77.4%

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 Richmond County are handled at arraignment.

23.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

43.0%

Bail Set

0.6%

Remanded

$15,000

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

76.3% of Burglary cases
in Richmond County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Petit Larceny

78 cases (35.3%)

Burglary Disorderly Conduct

75 cases (33.9%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

33 cases (14.9%)

Burglary Other

25 cases (11.3%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

10 cases (4.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Richmond County.

22.5%

Jail

5.8%

Probation

18.8%

State Prison

1.5%

Fine Only

1.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	191	35.5%	62.2%
White	166	29.6%	70.4%
Hispanic	149	26.6%	72.7%

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 515 cases in Richmond County, 31.0% are dismissed, 68.0% result in conviction, and 0.4% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Richmond County is 31.0%, based on 515 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Richmond County takes 6.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

23.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 43.0% have bail set, and 0.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $15,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Richmond County is 68.0%, based on 515 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.

76.3% of Burglary cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Richmond County has a 31.0% 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 Richmond County, 22.5% receive a jail sentence, 5.8% receive probation, and 18.8% 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: 29.6% dismissal rate, 70.0% conviction rate (272 cases). C Felony: 30.6% dismissal rate, 67.8% conviction rate (198 cases). B Felony: 32.0% dismissal rate, 68.0% conviction rate (26 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. 515 cases analyzed for Burglary in Richmond County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com