Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Clinton County
42 cases · Clinton County Courts · DCJS Data
In Clinton County, defendants charged with criminal possession of stolen property face a notably higher dismissal rate than the state average. Nearly 47 percent of cases are dismissed compared to the statewide average of 36 percent—a 11-percentage-point gap that suggests this charge faces steeper scrutiny or weaker evidence in local prosecutions. Still, a 53 percent conviction rate means more than half of defendants who go to trial are found guilty. The trend over the past five years cuts against defendants: dismissal rates have declined from 40 percent in 2019 to 25 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors are building stronger cases or judges are less inclined to dismiss.
Pretrial conditions in Clinton County are relatively favorable. About 62 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance without bail, and when bail is set, the median amount is $175. Notably, 44 percent of cases involve charge reductions, with disorderly conduct absorbing 86 percent of those reductions. When convictions do occur, jail sentences are imposed in 31 percent of cases, but fines are the most common outcome at 38 percent, with median disposition taking about four months.
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: 42 public court records, Clinton County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Criminal Possession of Stolen Property outcomes in Clinton County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
| 2020 | 8 | 60.0% | 40.0% |
| 2021 | 6 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2022 | 11 | 75.0% | 25.0% |
| 2023 | 7 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
| 2024 | 5 | 25.0% | 75.0% |
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 Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Clinton 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
in Clinton County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property convictions in Clinton County.
43.8% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Clinton 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 Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Clinton County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 35 | 39.1% | 60.9% |
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. 42 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Clinton County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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