What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Wayne County?

The dismissal rate is 1.4%, based on 88 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 Wayne County?

The average case takes 7.8 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 Wayne County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (48 cases). C Felony: 3.3% dismissal rate (37 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Wayne County, NY — 1.4% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Burglary in Wayne County is 95.9%, based on 88 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

42.9% of Burglary cases in Wayne County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Wayne County has a 1.4% 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 Wayne County face a steeply challenging conviction landscape. The 95.9% conviction rate dwarfs the statewide average, and dismissals occur in just 1.4% of cases compared to 13.6% statewide—a 12.2 percentage point gap that signals how rarely these charges are dropped locally. No acquittals were recorded over the period, suggesting cases that reach trial result almost entirely in guilty verdicts. Cases move to resolution in a median of 235 days, and dismissal rates have held near zero since 2019 with no improvement trend.

Most burglary defendants secured pretrial release, with 59.5% released on their own recognizance, though 16.2% were remanded and others faced bail averaging $10,000. When convicted, sentences split between incarceration and probation: 35.7% received jail time, 30% received prison sentences, and 20% were placed on probation. Notably, 42.9% of cases saw charges reduced before conviction, predominantly to petit larceny (62.5% of all reductions), suggesting prosecutors frequently negotiate down from the original burglary charge even as overall convictions remain exceptionally high.

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

1.4%

Dismissal Rate

95.9%

Conviction Rate

7.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

95.9%

Dismissed 1.4% Convicted 95.9% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.7%

Source: 88 public court records, Wayne County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	48	0.0%	95.0%
C Felony	37	3.3%	96.7%

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 Wayne County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	5	0.0%	100.0%
2020	15	7.1%	92.9%
2021	16	0.0%	100.0%
2022	9	0.0%	77.8%
2023	24	0.0%	100.0%
2024	19	0.0%	100.0%

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 Wayne County are handled at arraignment.

59.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

13.5%

Bail Set

16.2%

Remanded

$10,000

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

42.9% of Burglary cases
in Wayne County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Burglary Petit Larceny

15 cases (55.6%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

5 cases (18.5%)

Burglary Disorderly Conduct

4 cases (14.8%)

Burglary Criminal Contempt

2 cases (7.4%)

Burglary Weapons Offense

1 cases (3.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Wayne County.

35.7%

Jail

20.0%

Probation

30.0%

State Prison

2.9%

Fine Only

1.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	64	1.8%	96.4%
Black	19	0.0%	92.3%

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.

Based on 88 cases in Wayne County, 1.4% are dismissed, 95.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Wayne County is 1.4%, based on 88 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Wayne County takes 7.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

59.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 13.5% have bail set, and 16.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $10,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Wayne County is 95.9%, based on 88 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.

42.9% of Burglary cases in Wayne County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Wayne County has a 1.4% 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 Wayne County, 35.7% receive a jail sentence, 20.0% receive probation, and 30.0% 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. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 95.0% conviction rate (48 cases). C Felony: 3.3% dismissal rate, 96.7% conviction rate (37 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. 88 cases analyzed for Burglary in Wayne County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com