What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Steuben County?

The dismissal rate is 12.2%, based on 221 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 Steuben County?

The average case takes 9.7 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 Steuben County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. C Felony: 14.9% dismissal rate (115 cases). D Felony: 9.4% dismissal rate (83 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Steuben County, NY — 12.2% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Steuben County is 85.6%, based on 221 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

48.7% of Burglary cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

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

Steuben County has a 12.2% dismissal rate for Burglary. Visit the Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Burglary defendants in Steuben County face conviction in roughly 86 out of 100 cases, a rate slightly below the statewide average of 86.4 percent. The county's dismissal rate of 12.2 percent trails the statewide average by 1.4 percentage points, suggesting burglary charges are pursued with moderate consistency here. Over the past six years, however, dismissals have trended upward from zero to six percent annually, indicating prosecutorial or judicial practices may be shifting toward screening cases more carefully before trial.

Nearly half of all burglary charges in Steuben County—49 percent—are reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly criminal trespass. About 41 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance before trial, while 23 percent remain jailed. Those convicted split relatively evenly between prison sentences (29 percent), probation (27 percent), and jail time (20 percent), with median case resolution taking 290 days. The median bail when set stands at $2,000, suggesting moderate pretrial detention pressure for those unable to post.

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

12.2%

Dismissal Rate

85.6%

Conviction Rate

9.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

12.2%

85.6%

Dismissed 12.2% Convicted 85.6% Acquitted 0.6% YO Adjudication 1.7%

Source: 221 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
C Felony	115	14.9%	81.9%
D Felony	83	9.4%	90.6%
B Felony	21	0.0%	95.0%

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 Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	0.0%	87.5%
2020	26	15.8%	84.2%
2021	42	17.1%	82.9%
2022	50	20.5%	76.9%
2023	33	6.9%	93.1%
2024	61	6.0%	90.0%

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 Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

41.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

23.7%

Bail Set

23.0%

Remanded

$2,000

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

48.7% of Burglary cases
in Steuben County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Criminal Trespass

27 cases (45.0%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

15 cases (25.0%)

Burglary Other

8 cases (13.3%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

7 cases (11.7%)

Burglary Grand Larceny

3 cases (5.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Steuben County.

19.5%

Jail

27.3%

Probation

29.2%

State Prison

4.5%

Fine Only

2.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	186	13.5%	85.2%
Black	19	6.2%	81.2%
Hispanic	14	0.0%	100.0%

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 221 cases in Steuben County, 12.2% are dismissed, 85.6% result in conviction, and 0.6% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Steuben County is 12.2%, based on 221 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Steuben County takes 9.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

41.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 23.7% have bail set, and 23.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Steuben County is 85.6%, based on 221 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.

48.7% of Burglary cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.

Steuben County has a 12.2% 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 Steuben County, 19.5% receive a jail sentence, 27.3% receive probation, and 29.2% 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: 14.9% dismissal rate, 81.9% conviction rate (115 cases). D Felony: 9.4% dismissal rate, 90.6% conviction rate (83 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 95.0% conviction rate (21 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. 221 cases analyzed for Burglary in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com