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

The average case takes 6.4 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 Suffolk County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Suffolk County, NY — 36.1% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 36.1%, based on 307 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Criminal possession of stolen property cases in Suffolk County result in dismissal slightly more often than the statewide average, with 36.1 percent of the 307 cases dismissed compared to 35.8 percent statewide. Convictions occur in 63.4 percent of cases, and notably, no acquittals were recorded in this dataset. The dismissal rate has strengthened considerably over the past six years, rising from 35.4 percent in 2019 to 54.5 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts have become more likely to reject these cases as the period progressed.

Defendants charged with this crime in Suffolk County are released pretrial in the vast majority of cases. Nearly 74 percent receive release on their own recognizance, while 18.6 percent face bail set at a median of $5,500. Among cases that proceed, 72.3 percent result in charge reductions rather than conviction on the original charge. The overwhelming majority of reductions—91.1 percent—are downgraded to disorderly conduct. When convictions do result, fines are the most common sentence at 20.8 percent of cases, followed by jail time in 17.7 percent. The median time from charge to disposition is 192 days.

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

36.1%

Dismissal Rate

63.4%

Conviction Rate

6.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

36.1%

63.4%

Dismissed 36.1% Convicted 63.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 307 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	55	35.4%	64.6%
2020	36	26.9%	73.1%
2021	30	33.3%	66.7%
2022	43	37.5%	59.4%
2023	65	37.8%	62.2%
2024	56	54.5%	45.5%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

73.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

18.6%

Bail Set

0.3%

Remanded

$5

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

72.3% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases
in Suffolk 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

82 cases (89.1%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

5 cases (5.4%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Traffic Offense

3 cases (3.3%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Theft of Services

1 cases (1.1%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Robbery

1 cases (1.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

17.7%

Jail

2.3%

Probation

0.8%

State Prison

20.8%

Fine Only

10.8%

Time Served

72.3% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Suffolk 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 Suffolk County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	144	44.0%	56.0%
Black	88	29.0%	71.0%
Hispanic	72	34.0%	64.0%

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 307 cases in Suffolk County, 36.1% are dismissed, 63.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Suffolk County is 36.1%, based on 307 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 Suffolk County takes 6.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

73.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 18.6% have bail set, and 0.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Suffolk County is 63.4%, based on 307 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.

72.3% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Suffolk County has a 36.1% 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 Suffolk County, 17.7% receive a jail sentence, 2.3% receive probation, and 0.8% are sentenced to state prison. 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. 307 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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