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

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Westchester County, NY — 21.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 21.6%, based on 344 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Criminal possession of stolen property cases in Westchester County result in conviction in about four out of five cases, a notably higher rate than statewide averages where dismissals occur in more than one-third of cases. Westchester's 21.6 percent dismissal rate sits 14.2 percentage points below the state average, suggesting prosecutors in this county pursue these charges more aggressively or cases here have stronger evidence. The trend reversed sharply between 2019 and 2024, with dismissals climbing from 2.6 percent to 26.7 percent, indicating prosecutors or courts have grown more skeptical of these charges over time.

Most defendants arrested for this charge in Westchester are released before trial without bail. Among those convicted, roughly one-quarter receive fines as their primary sentence, while jail time occurs in under nine percent of cases. The most significant pattern appears in charge reductions: over 81 percent of cases are reduced to a lesser charge, predominantly disorderly conduct. This high reduction rate combined with rising dismissals suggests many stolen property cases don't survive scrutiny, either dropping away entirely or transforming into far less serious offenses.

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

21.6%

Dismissal Rate

78.4%

Conviction Rate

5.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

21.6%

78.4%

Dismissed 21.6% Convicted 78.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 344 public court records, Westchester County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	58	2.6%	97.4%
2020	43	21.7%	78.3%
2021	20	18.8%	81.2%
2022	41	25.0%	75.0%
2023	72	25.0%	75.0%
2024	104	26.7%	73.3%

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 Westchester County are handled at arraignment.

75.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.5%

Bail Set

0.9%

Remanded

$250

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

81.3% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases
in Westchester 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

141 cases (84.4%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Traffic Offense

14 cases (8.4%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Petit Larceny

5 cases (3.0%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

5 cases (3.0%)

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Theft of Services

2 cases (1.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

8.9%

Jail

3.7%

Probation

0.5%

State Prison

25.7%

Fine Only

7.9%

Time Served

81.3% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Westchester 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 Westchester County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	192	25.2%	74.8%
Hispanic	122	17.6%	82.4%
White	27	21.7%	78.3%

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 344 cases in Westchester County, 21.6% are dismissed, 78.4% 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 Westchester County is 21.6%, based on 344 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 Westchester County takes 5.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

75.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.5% have bail set, and 0.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Westchester County is 78.4%, based on 344 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.

81.3% of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property cases in Westchester County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Westchester County has a 21.6% 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 Westchester County, 8.9% receive a jail sentence, 3.7% receive probation, and 0.5% 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. 344 cases analyzed for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in Westchester County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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