Burglary defendants in Ulster County face significantly steeper odds than the statewide average. The county's 91.7% conviction rate paired with a 7.4% dismissal rate—6.2 percentage points below the state average—indicates that burglary cases here rarely result in acquittal or dismissal. However, this pattern is shifting. Dismissals have climbed from zero in 2019 to 13.3% by 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are increasingly scrutinizing these charges or cases are weakening as they progress. Still, conviction remains the dominant outcome across the 138 cases examined.

Nearly two-thirds of burglary defendants secure pretrial release, with 34.1% released on their own recognizance and another 24.7% released on bail. Those who post bail face a median of $2,500. Conviction does not guarantee prison: while 46.5% of convicted defendants receive prison sentences, 15.2% receive probation and 12.1% receive jail time. Notably, 42.4% of burglary charges are reduced before trial, predominantly to Criminal Trespass (56% of reductions) or Disorderly Conduct (24%), which significantly lowers potential penalties and changes the trajectory of cases.

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

7.4%
Dismissal Rate
91.7%
Conviction Rate
10.5 months
Avg Duration
91.7%
Dismissed 7.4% Convicted 91.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 138 public court records, Ulster County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
C Felony 66 6.8% 91.5%
D Felony 57 8.6% 91.4%
B Felony 13 7.7% 92.3%

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 Ulster County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2019 10 0.0% 100.0%
2020 29 15.8% 84.2%
2021 16 0.0% 100.0%
2022 21 5.0% 95.0%
2023 27 0.0% 95.5%
2024 34 13.3% 86.7%

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 Ulster County are handled at arraignment.

34.1%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
24.7%
Bail Set
23.5%
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.

42.4% of Burglary cases
in Ulster County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Burglary Criminal Trespass
14 cases (41.2%)
Burglary Disorderly Conduct
6 cases (17.6%)
Burglary Other
5 cases (14.7%)
Burglary Criminal Contempt
5 cases (14.7%)
Burglary Petit Larceny
4 cases (11.8%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Ulster County.

12.1%
Jail
15.2%
Probation
46.5%
State Prison
5.1%
Fine Only
2.0%
Time Served

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

Race Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
White 84 6.2% 93.8%
Black 30 14.3% 85.7%
Hispanic 22 0.0% 93.3%

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 138 cases in Ulster County, 7.4% are dismissed, 91.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Burglary in Ulster County is 7.4%, based on 138 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Burglary case in Ulster County takes 10.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
34.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 24.7% have bail set, and 23.5% 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 Ulster County is 91.7%, based on 138 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.
42.4% of Burglary cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.
Ulster County has a 7.4% 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 Ulster County, 12.1% receive a jail sentence, 15.2% receive probation, and 46.5% 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. C Felony: 6.8% dismissal rate, 91.5% conviction rate (66 cases). D Felony: 8.6% dismissal rate, 91.4% conviction rate (57 cases). B Felony: 7.7% dismissal rate, 92.3% conviction rate (13 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. 138 cases analyzed for Burglary in Ulster County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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