What is the dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Albany County?

The dismissal rate is 20.8%, based on 681 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Grand Larceny case take in Albany County?

The average case takes 7.0 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 Grand Larceny in Albany County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 25.9% dismissal rate (370 cases). D Felony: 14.8% dismissal rate (261 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Albany County, NY — 20.8% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Albany County?

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Albany County is 78.9%, based on 681 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Grand Larceny charges reduced in Albany County?

80.6% of Grand Larceny cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Q: How does Albany County compare to other counties for Grand Larceny?

Albany County has a 20.8% dismissal rate for Grand Larceny. Visit the Grand Larceny overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Grand Larceny cases in Albany County result in conviction 78.9% of the time, slightly above what the statewide pattern suggests would occur based on the 18.5% dismissal baseline. Albany County's 20.8% dismissal rate runs 2.3 percentage points higher than the state average, but this advantage for defendants has narrowed considerably over the past six years. Dismissal rates dropped from 25% in 2019 to 18.1% in 2024, indicating prosecutors and courts have become more likely to move cases toward adjudication rather than early resolution without conviction.

Most defendants charged with Grand Larceny in Albany County avoid pretrial detention, with 53.7% released on their own recognizance and only 15.4% remanded. Among those whose charges were reduced—which happens in roughly 80% of cases—nearly half end up facing Petit Larceny instead, while the other half see charges reduced to Disorderly Conduct. When convictions do occur, sentences are distributed across multiple pathways: probation is the most common outcome at 18.2%, followed by fines at 15.5%, with prison sentences imposed in 14.1% of convictions.

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

20.8%

Dismissal Rate

78.9%

Conviction Rate

7.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

20.8%

78.9%

Dismissed 20.8% Convicted 78.9% Acquitted 0.2%

Source: 681 public court records, Albany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Grand Larceny in Albany County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	370	25.9%	73.8%
D Felony	261	14.8%	84.7%
C Felony	45	14.0%	86.0%

Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest (e.g., A Felony is the most serious, B Misdemeanor the least). Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities, plea bargaining patterns, and case complexity. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Grand Larceny outcomes in Albany County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	100	25.0%	75.0%
2020	66	14.5%	85.5%
2021	97	27.6%	71.1%
2022	73	22.8%	75.4%
2023	160	18.9%	81.1%
2024	184	18.1%	81.9%

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 Grand Larceny in Albany County are handled at arraignment.

53.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

11.2%

Bail Set

15.4%

Remanded

$5,000

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

80.6% of Grand Larceny cases
in Albany County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

149 cases (46.7%)

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

141 cases (44.2%)

Grand Larceny Other

15 cases (4.7%)

Grand Larceny Identity Theft

7 cases (2.2%)

Grand Larceny Forgery

7 cases (2.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Grand Larceny convictions in Albany County.

12.9%

Jail

18.2%

Probation

14.1%

State Prison

15.5%

Fine Only

8.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Grand Larceny in Albany County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	306	24.5%	75.5%
White	275	16.7%	82.9%
Hispanic	71	23.4%	75.0%
Other	12	18.2%	81.8%

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 681 cases in Albany County, 20.8% are dismissed, 78.9% result in conviction, and 0.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Albany County is 20.8%, based on 681 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Grand Larceny case in Albany County takes 7.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

53.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 11.2% have bail set, and 15.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Albany County is 78.9%, based on 681 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.

80.6% of Grand Larceny cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Albany County has a 20.8% dismissal rate for Grand Larceny cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Grand Larceny overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Grand Larceny in Albany County, 12.9% receive a jail sentence, 18.2% receive probation, and 14.1% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 25.9% dismissal rate, 73.8% conviction rate (370 cases). D Felony: 14.8% dismissal rate, 84.7% conviction rate (261 cases). C Felony: 14.0% dismissal rate, 86.0% conviction rate (45 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns due to prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining dynamics.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 681 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Albany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com