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

The average case takes 4.4 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 Niagara County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Niagara County, NY — 23.0% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 23.0%, based on 79 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Criminal possession of stolen property cases in Niagara County result in conviction 77% of the time, well above the statewide average conviction rate of 64.2%. Dismissals occur in 23% of cases compared to 35.8% statewide, placing Niagara County significantly below the state average. This suggests stolen property charges are pursued more aggressively and succeed more often in this county than elsewhere. However, the trend is moving in the opposite direction: dismissal rates have climbed steadily from 12.5% in 2019 to 50% in 2024, indicating prosecutors or judges are becoming more likely to dismiss these charges in recent years.

Defendants charged with stolen property in Niagara County typically secure pretrial release, with 56.4% released on their own recognizance and another 29.5% released on bail set at a median of $100. Those convicted face jail sentences in about one-third of cases. The most notable pattern is charge reduction: 57.4% of cases see the charge reduced, predominantly to disorderly conduct in over 80% of reductions. This suggests many stolen property cases are treated as lower-level offenses, either because the evidence is weak or the circumstances warrant less serious charges.

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

23.0%

Dismissal Rate

77.0%

Conviction Rate

4.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

23.0%

77.0%

Dismissed 23.0% Convicted 77.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 79 public court records, Niagara County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	12.5%	87.5%
2020	23	43.8%	56.2%
2021	10	12.5%	87.5%
2022	11	11.1%	88.9%
2023	21	12.5%	87.5%
2024	5	50.0%	50.0%

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 Niagara County are handled at arraignment.

56.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

29.5%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$100

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

57.4% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases
in Niagara 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

21 cases (77.8%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Traffic Offense

4 cases (14.8%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Petit Larceny

1 cases (3.7%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Drug Possession

1 cases (3.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

34.0%

Jail

4.3%

Probation

8.5%

Fine Only

12.8%

Time Served

57.4% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Niagara County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	44	15.6%	84.4%
Black	29	28.0%	72.0%

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.

Based on 79 cases in Niagara County, 23.0% are dismissed, 77.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Niagara County is 23.0%, based on 79 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 Niagara County takes 4.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

56.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 29.5% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $100. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Niagara County is 77.0%, based on 79 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.

57.4% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Niagara County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Niagara County has a 23.0% 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 Niagara County, 34.0% receive a jail sentence, 4.3% 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. 79 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Niagara County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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