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

The average case takes 3.8 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 Tompkins County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Tompkins County, NY — 26.1% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 26.1%, based on 42 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

In Tompkins County, criminal possession of stolen property cases result in conviction 73.9 percent of the time, significantly higher than the statewide dismissal rate of 35.8 percent. The county's dismissal rate of 26.1 percent trails the state average by nearly 10 percentage points, suggesting prosecutors pursue these cases more aggressively here than elsewhere. However, this trend is shifting: dismissals have climbed from 14.3 percent in 2019 to 37.5 percent in 2024, indicating defendants have increasingly favorable outcomes as time progresses.

When defendants are charged, most secure pretrial release without bail—52.4 percent are released on their own recognizance, while only 2.4 percent are remanded. Those required to post bail face a median of $1,000. More than half of cases (52.9 percent) see charges reduced, almost always to disorderly conduct. Among convicted defendants, jail sentences are imposed in 23.5 percent of cases, with probation in 11.8 percent. Cases move relatively quickly, with a median of 114.5 days from charge to disposition.

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

26.1%

Dismissal Rate

73.9%

Conviction Rate

3.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

26.1%

73.9%

Dismissed 26.1% Convicted 73.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 42 public court records, Tompkins County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	14.3%	85.7%
2021	6	25.0%	75.0%
2023	8	0.0%	100.0%
2024	15	37.5%	62.5%

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 Tompkins County are handled at arraignment.

52.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

21.4%

Bail Set

2.4%

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

52.9% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases
in Tompkins 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

9 cases (100.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

23.5%

Jail

11.8%

Probation

52.9% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Tompkins 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 Tompkins County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	24	35.7%	64.3%
Black	15	12.5%	87.5%

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 42 cases in Tompkins County, 26.1% are dismissed, 73.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Tompkins County is 26.1%, based on 42 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 Tompkins County takes 3.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

52.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.4% have bail set, and 2.4% 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 Tompkins County is 73.9%, based on 42 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.

52.9% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Tompkins County has a 26.1% 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 Tompkins County, 23.5% receive a jail sentence, 11.8% 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. 42 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Tompkins County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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