Burglary cases in Tioga County result in conviction far more often than statewide patterns suggest. With a 95.3% conviction rate and only a 2.3% dismissal rate, defendants face conviction in nearly all cases that proceed to resolution—dramatically lower dismissal odds than the statewide average of 13.6%. This 11.3 percentage point gap indicates that Tioga County prosecutors and courts handle burglary charges more aggressively than typical. However, dismissal rates have been rising: they moved from 0% in 2021 to 6.2% by 2024, suggesting a slow shift toward more cases being dismissed, though conviction remains the dominant outcome.

Nearly half of burglary charges are reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly Criminal Trespass, which accounts for 57% of all reductions. When convictions occur, prison sentences dominate: 39% of convicted defendants receive prison time, while 24.4% receive probation and 22% receive jail sentences. At pretrial release, the situation splits fairly evenly—38.9% are released on their own recognizance, while 22.2% each face bail conditions or remand. Cases move relatively slowly, taking a median of 256.5 days from filing to resolution.

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

2.3%
Dismissal Rate
95.3%
Conviction Rate
8.5 months
Avg Duration
95.3%
Dismissed 2.3% Convicted 95.3% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.3%

Source: 47 public court records, Tioga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
C Felony 21 0.0% 100.0%
D Felony 19 5.9% 88.2%
B Felony 7 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 Tioga County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2021 8 0.0% 100.0%
2022 6 0.0% 100.0%
2023 13 0.0% 90.9%
2024 17 6.2% 93.8%

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 Tioga County are handled at arraignment.

38.9%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
22.2%
Bail Set
22.2%
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.

46.3% of Burglary cases
in Tioga County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Burglary Criminal Trespass
8 cases (44.4%)
Burglary Petit Larceny
3 cases (16.7%)
Burglary Other
3 cases (16.7%)
Burglary Criminal Contempt
3 cases (16.7%)
Burglary Weapons Offense
1 cases (5.6%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Tioga County.

22.0%
Jail
24.4%
Probation
39.0%
State Prison
2.4%
Time Served

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

Race Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
White 41 2.7% 94.6%

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 47 cases in Tioga County, 2.3% are dismissed, 95.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Burglary in Tioga County is 2.3%, based on 47 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Burglary case in Tioga County takes 8.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
38.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 22.2% have bail set, and 22.2% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.
The conviction rate for Burglary in Tioga County is 95.3%, based on 47 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.
46.3% of Burglary cases in Tioga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.
Tioga County has a 2.3% 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 Tioga County, 22.0% receive a jail sentence, 24.4% receive probation, and 39.0% 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: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (21 cases). D Felony: 5.9% dismissal rate, 88.2% conviction rate (19 cases). B Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (7 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. 47 cases analyzed for Burglary in Tioga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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