Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Steuben County
32 cases · Steuben County Courts · DCJS Data
Criminal possession of stolen property convictions in Steuben County occur at a rate slightly higher than the statewide average, with a 69.6% conviction rate compared to a statewide dismissal rate that runs 5.4 percentage points higher. Over the past five years, however, dismissals have trended upward, rising from 33.3% in 2020 to 40% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are becoming more cautious with these cases or finding evidentiary weaknesses more frequently. The median time from arrest to case resolution is 133 days, a relatively quick timeline.
Most defendants charged with this crime in Steuben County are released before trial, with nearly 72% receiving release on their own recognizance. Charge reductions are common, occurring in nearly 69% of cases, and when they happen, they almost always drop to disorderly conduct. Among those convicted, sentences tend toward fines rather than incarceration, with roughly 18.8% receiving jail time and 31.2% receiving fines, suggesting courts view many of these convictions as lower-level offenses despite the formal charge.
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: 32 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Criminal Possession of Stolen Property outcomes in Steuben County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| 2021 | 6 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
| 2023 | 9 | 28.6% | 71.4% |
| 2024 | 7 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
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 Steuben 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 Steuben County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property convictions in Steuben County.
68.8% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Steuben 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 Steuben County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 27 | 35.0% | 65.0% |
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. 32 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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