Burglary cases in Schuyler County result in conviction in nearly 97 percent of cases, far above the statewide dismissal rate of 13.6 percent. The county's 3.1 percent dismissal rate is 10.5 percentage points lower than the state average, indicating that burglary charges are pursued aggressively in this jurisdiction with minimal pretrial elimination. Over the 2021-2024 period, dismissals remained essentially nonexistent, suggesting consistent enforcement patterns. No defendants were acquitted at trial in the 35 cases reviewed.

Seventy-one percent of burglary defendants secured release before trial without bail, though 14.3 percent faced bail conditions. Among convicted defendants, prison sentences were most common at 35.5 percent, followed by probation at 29 percent and jail at 22.6 percent. Notably, 45.2 percent of burglary charges were reduced to lesser offenses, primarily Petit Larceny (53.8 percent of reductions), suggesting that while charges often proceed to conviction, the actual offense classification frequently decreases before sentencing. Cases took a median of 259 days from filing to disposition.

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

3.1%
Dismissal Rate
96.9%
Conviction Rate
8.6 months
Avg Duration
96.9%
Dismissed 3.1% Convicted 96.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 35 public court records, Schuyler County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
D Felony 24 0.0% 100.0%
C Felony 8 0.0% 100.0%

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.

How Burglary outcomes in Schuyler County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2021 5 0.0% 100.0%
2022 15 7.7% 92.3%
2023 8 0.0% 100.0%
2024 6 0.0% 100.0%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

How defendants charged with Burglary in Schuyler County are handled at arraignment.

71.4%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
14.3%
Bail Set
0.0%
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.

45.2% of Burglary cases
in Schuyler County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Burglary Petit Larceny
7 cases (50.0%)
Burglary Grand Larceny
3 cases (21.4%)
Burglary Criminal Trespass
3 cases (21.4%)
Burglary Strangulation
1 cases (7.1%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Schuyler County.

22.6%
Jail
29.0%
Probation
35.5%
State Prison
6.5%
Fine Only

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

Race Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
White 33 3.3% 96.7%

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.

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 35 cases in Schuyler County, 3.1% are dismissed, 96.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Burglary in Schuyler County is 3.1%, based on 35 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Burglary case in Schuyler County takes 8.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
71.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.3% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.
The conviction rate for Burglary in Schuyler County is 96.9%, based on 35 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.
45.2% of Burglary cases in Schuyler County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.
Schuyler County has a 3.1% 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 Schuyler County, 22.6% receive a jail sentence, 29.0% receive probation, and 35.5% 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: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (24 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (8 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. 35 cases analyzed for Burglary in Schuyler County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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