Burglary in Ulster County
138 cases · Ulster County Courts · DCJS Data
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 138 public court records, Ulster County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
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.
Year-Over-Year Trends
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.
Pretrial Release
How defendants charged with Burglary in Ulster 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 Ulster County.
42.4% of Burglary cases in Ulster 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 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.
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. 138 cases analyzed for Burglary in Ulster County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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