How long does a Criminal Possession of Stolen Property case take in Cortland County?

The average case takes 7.2 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 Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Cortland County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Cortland County, NY — 48.1% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Cortland County?

The dismissal rate is 48.1%, based on 45 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Criminal possession of stolen property cases in Cortland County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average. Nearly half of the 45 cases (48.1%) were dismissed compared to just 35.8% statewide, a gap of 12.3 percentage points. This suggests Cortland County prosecutors or courts handle these charges more conservatively, potentially because evidence or victim cooperation issues are common in theft cases. However, dismissal rates have been declining since 2020, dropping from 75% to 66.7%, indicating a tightening trend in how cases are resolved.

Most defendants charged with this crime secured pretrial release without bail: 77.8% were released on their own recognizance while 17.8% had bail set at a median of just $1. Among those ultimately convicted, jail time was the most common outcome at 28.6%, though nearly 29% received time-served sentences. About one in five cases was reduced to a lesser charge, predominantly disorderly conduct, suggesting prosecutors frequently downgrade to lower-level misdemeanors when evidence or circumstances warrant.

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

48.1%

Dismissal Rate

51.9%

Conviction Rate

7.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

48.1%

51.9%

Dismissed 48.1% Convicted 51.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 45 public court records, Cortland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Criminal Possession of Stolen Property outcomes in Cortland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	12	75.0%	25.0%
2022	9	75.0%	25.0%
2023	10	14.3%	85.7%
2024	7	66.7%	33.3%

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 Cortland County are handled at arraignment.

77.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

17.8%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$1

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

21.4% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases
in Cortland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Disorderly Conduct

2 cases (66.7%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Criminal Trespass

1 cases (33.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property convictions in Cortland County.

21.4%

Jail

14.3%

Probation

7.1%

Fine Only

28.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Cortland County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	39	45.5%	54.5%

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 45 cases in Cortland County, 48.1% are dismissed, 51.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Cortland County is 48.1%, based on 45 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Criminal Possession of Stolen Property case in Cortland County takes 7.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

77.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 17.8% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Cortland County is 51.9%, based on 45 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.

21.4% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Cortland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Cortland County has a 48.1% dismissal rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Criminal Possession of Stolen Property overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Cortland County, 21.4% receive a jail sentence, 14.3% receive probation. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 45 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Cortland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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