Burglary in Sullivan County
150 cases · Sullivan County Courts · DCJS Data
Burglary cases in Sullivan County result in conviction in 91.1% of cases that reach disposition, higher than the statewide pattern and reflecting how seriously these cases are prosecuted locally. The dismissal rate of 8.0% sits notably below the statewide average of 13.6%, meaning fewer burglary charges are dropped in Sullivan County. However, this county has moved in a more lenient direction over the past five years—dismissals increased from zero in 2019 to 13.9% by 2024—suggesting evolving case evaluation or charging practices. Cases take a median of 210 days to resolve.
Nearly 60% of burglary charges face reduction to lesser offenses, with petit larceny and criminal trespass as the most common downgrades. When convicted, defendants face substantial incarceration: 38.2% receive prison sentences and 35.3% receive jail time, with only 11.8% sentenced to time served. At the pretrial stage, 36% of defendants have bail set with a median of $100, while 23% are released on recognizance and 17% are remanded without release.
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 150 public court records, Sullivan County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Burglary in Sullivan County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| D Felony | 83 | 9.6% | 88.5% |
| C Felony | 53 | 6.2% | 93.8% |
| B Felony | 14 | 8.3% | 91.7% |
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 Sullivan County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 8 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2020 | 10 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2021 | 17 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2022 | 14 | 0.0% | 92.9% |
| 2023 | 43 | 14.3% | 85.7% |
| 2024 | 58 | 13.9% | 86.1% |
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 Sullivan County are handled at arraignment.
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
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Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Sullivan County.
59.8% of Burglary cases in Sullivan County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
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Case outcome rates by race for Burglary in Sullivan County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 67 | 13.2% | 86.8% |
| Black | 59 | 2.4% | 97.6% |
| Hispanic | 22 | 6.7% | 86.7% |
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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 150 cases analyzed for Burglary in Sullivan County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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