What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Rockland County?

The dismissal rate is 17.9%, based on 179 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 Rockland County?

The average case takes 8.3 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 Rockland County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 19.7% dismissal rate (98 cases). C Felony: 11.8% dismissal rate (59 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Rockland County, NY — 17.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Rockland County is 79.9%, based on 179 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

47.7% of Burglary cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Rockland County has a 17.9% 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 Rockland County result in conviction 79.9 percent of the time, which is substantially higher than outcomes across New York State. The county's dismissal rate of 17.9 percent exceeds the statewide average by 4.3 percentage points, suggesting prosecutors in Rockland are securing more convictions relative to cases dismissed. This pattern has intensified over the past six years: dismissals rose from zero percent in 2019 to 27.3 percent by 2024, indicating increasing scrutiny of burglary charges or shifting case quality at the point of charging. The median time from charging to resolution is 248 days, roughly eight months.

Nearly half of burglary charges—47.7 percent—are reduced to lesser offenses before trial. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct, accounting for 43.8 percent of all reductions, followed by Criminal Trespass and Petit Larceny. For those convicted, sentences are distributed across multiple forms: prison sentences occur in 31.8 percent of cases, jail in 27.1 percent, and probation in 19.6 percent. About 46.5 percent of defendants are released without bail pending trial, while 11.4 percent 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

17.9%

Dismissal Rate

79.9%

Conviction Rate

8.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

17.9%

79.9%

Dismissed 17.9% Convicted 79.9% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.2%

Source: 179 public court records, Rockland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	98	19.7%	78.7%
C Felony	59	11.8%	86.3%
B Felony	20	25.0%	75.0%

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 Rockland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	5	0.0%	100.0%
2020	17	0.0%	100.0%
2021	13	0.0%	100.0%
2022	15	0.0%	100.0%
2023	56	28.6%	66.7%
2024	73	27.3%	70.5%

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 Rockland County are handled at arraignment.

46.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

32.5%

Bail Set

11.4%

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

47.7% of Burglary cases
in Rockland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Disorderly Conduct

14 cases (35.9%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

11 cases (28.2%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

7 cases (17.9%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

4 cases (10.3%)

Burglary Homicide

3 cases (7.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Rockland County.

27.1%

Jail

19.6%

Probation

31.8%

State Prison

10.3%

Fine Only

3.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	88	22.0%	76.3%
White	49	10.3%	87.2%
Black	38	18.8%	81.2%

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 179 cases in Rockland County, 17.9% are dismissed, 79.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Rockland County is 17.9%, based on 179 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Rockland County takes 8.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

46.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 32.5% have bail set, and 11.4% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Rockland County is 79.9%, based on 179 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.

47.7% of Burglary cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Rockland County has a 17.9% 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 Rockland County, 27.1% receive a jail sentence, 19.6% receive probation, and 31.8% 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: 19.7% dismissal rate, 78.7% conviction rate (98 cases). C Felony: 11.8% dismissal rate, 86.3% conviction rate (59 cases). B Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (20 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. 179 cases analyzed for Burglary in Rockland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com