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

The average case takes 5.1 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 Rensselaer County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Rensselaer County, NY — 37.5% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 37.5%, based on 34 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

In Rensselaer County, criminal possession of stolen property cases result in conviction 62.5 percent of the time, slightly above the statewide dismissal rate. The county's dismissal rate of 37.5 percent runs 1.7 percentage points higher than the statewide average of 35.8 percent, suggesting modest variation in how prosecutors or courts handle these cases locally. However, a notable trend emerges: dismissals have declined substantially from 50 percent in 2022 to 27.3 percent by 2024, indicating that cases are increasingly moving toward conviction in recent years.

Defendants charged with this offense in Rensselaer County face a high likelihood of pretrial release—73.5 percent are released on recognizance without bail. When charges proceed, more than half (53.3 percent) are reduced, predominantly to disorderly conduct. Among those convicted, financial penalties dominate: 46.7 percent receive fines as the primary sentence, while jail time is imposed in only 6.7 percent of convictions. The median case takes five months to resolve.

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

37.5%

Dismissal Rate

62.5%

Conviction Rate

5.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

37.5%

62.5%

Dismissed 37.5% Convicted 62.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 34 public court records, Rensselaer County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2022	10	50.0%	50.0%
2023	6	25.0%	75.0%
2024	11	27.3%	72.7%

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 Rensselaer County are handled at arraignment.

73.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

2.9%

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

53.3% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases
in Rensselaer 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

6 cases (75.0%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Traffic Offense

2 cases (25.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

6.7%

Jail

46.7%

Fine Only

13.3%

Time Served

53.3% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Rensselaer 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 Rensselaer County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	17	20.0%	80.0%

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 34 cases in Rensselaer County, 37.5% are dismissed, 62.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Rensselaer County is 37.5%, based on 34 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 Rensselaer County takes 5.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

73.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 2.9% 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 Rensselaer County is 62.5%, based on 34 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.

53.3% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Rensselaer County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Rensselaer County has a 37.5% 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 Rensselaer County, 6.7% receive a jail sentence. 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. 34 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Rensselaer County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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