Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Monroe County
124 cases · Monroe County Courts · DCJS Data
In Monroe County, criminal possession of stolen property charges are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average. Over the past six years, the dismissal rate has climbed from 57.1% to 65.2%, now sitting at 60.4% compared to the statewide dismissal rate of 35.8%—a gap of nearly 25 percentage points. This suggests prosecutors in Monroe County either decline to pursue these cases or judges find insufficient evidence at higher rates than typical across the state. Convictions occur in only 38.6% of cases, with no acquittals recorded, indicating most cases resolve through dismissal rather than trial.
The data shows strong pretrial release practices and extensive charge reductions. Over 42% of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while fewer than 15% face bail, with a median amount of $50 when set. Most significantly, 82.1% of cases see charges reduced, with Disorderly Conduct accounting for over 71% of those reductions. When convictions do occur, jail sentences are the most common outcome at 23.1%, though fines (17.9%) and time served (12.8%) are also frequent, suggesting sentences tend toward shorter durations rather than substantial prison time.
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: 124 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Criminal Possession of Stolen Property outcomes in Monroe County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 25 | 57.1% | 38.1% |
| 2020 | 20 | 57.9% | 42.1% |
| 2021 | 13 | 75.0% | 25.0% |
| 2022 | 7 | 42.9% | 57.1% |
| 2023 | 27 | 52.9% | 47.1% |
| 2024 | 30 | 65.2% | 34.8% |
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 Monroe 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 Monroe County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property convictions in Monroe County.
82.1% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Monroe 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 Monroe County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 68 | 66.7% | 31.7% |
| White | 40 | 53.6% | 46.4% |
| Hispanic | 14 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
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. 124 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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