What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in St. Lawrence County?

The dismissal rate is 11.1%, based on 153 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 St. Lawrence County?

The average case takes 7.7 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 St. Lawrence County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 7.0% dismissal rate (78 cases). C Felony: 19.6% dismissal rate (56 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in St. Lawrence County, NY — 11.1% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Burglary in St. Lawrence County?

The conviction rate for Burglary in St. Lawrence County is 88.0%, based on 153 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Burglary charges reduced in St. Lawrence County?

46.6% of Burglary cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

Q: How does St. Lawrence County compare to other counties for Burglary?

St. Lawrence County has a 11.1% dismissal rate for Burglary. Visit the Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Burglary defendants in St. Lawrence County face a conviction rate of 88%, slightly higher than the statewide average, with dismissals occurring in just 11.1% of cases compared to 13.6% statewide. However, a sharp upward trend is evident: dismissal rates have climbed from zero percent in 2019 to 20.6% by 2024, suggesting shifting prosecution or case outcomes over the past five years. Cases take a median of 231.5 days to resolve, indicating a moderately lengthy process before resolution.

Nearly half of burglary charges—46.6%—are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to Criminal Trespass in 55.9% of those reductions. Of defendants convicted, the outcomes skew toward prison sentences in 44.7% of cases, with jail time in 23.3% and probation in 11.7%. Pretrial conditions vary substantially: 41.7% are released on their own recognizance while 30.8% face bail, with a median bail amount of $2,500. A smaller percentage, 12.5%, are remanded without bail.

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

11.1%

Dismissal Rate

88.0%

Conviction Rate

7.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

88.0%

Dismissed 11.1% Convicted 88.0% Acquitted 0.9%

Source: 153 public court records, St. Lawrence County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	78	7.0%	93.0%
C Felony	56	19.6%	78.3%
B Felony	18	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.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Burglary outcomes in St. Lawrence County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	10	0.0%	100.0%
2020	14	20.0%	80.0%
2021	23	5.3%	94.7%
2022	16	0.0%	100.0%
2023	43	10.0%	86.7%
2024	47	20.6%	79.4%

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 St. Lawrence County are handled at arraignment.

41.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

30.8%

Bail Set

12.5%

Remanded

$2,500

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

46.6% of Burglary cases
in St. Lawrence County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Criminal Trespass

19 cases (48.7%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

11 cases (28.2%)

Burglary Grand Larceny

4 cases (10.3%)

Burglary Other

3 cases (7.7%)

Burglary Strangulation

2 cases (5.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in St. Lawrence County.

23.3%

Jail

11.7%

Probation

44.7%

State Prison

13.6%

Fine Only

3.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	142	11.2%	87.9%

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 153 cases in St. Lawrence County, 11.1% are dismissed, 88.0% result in conviction, and 0.9% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in St. Lawrence County is 11.1%, based on 153 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in St. Lawrence County takes 7.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

41.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 30.8% have bail set, and 12.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in St. Lawrence County is 88.0%, based on 153 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.

46.6% of Burglary cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

St. Lawrence County has a 11.1% 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 St. Lawrence County, 23.3% receive a jail sentence, 11.7% receive probation, and 44.7% 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. D Felony: 7.0% dismissal rate, 93.0% conviction rate (78 cases). C Felony: 19.6% dismissal rate, 78.3% conviction rate (56 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (18 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. 153 cases analyzed for Burglary in St. Lawrence County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com