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

The average case takes 8.5 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 Allegany County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 50.0% dismissal rate (22 cases). D Felony: 27.8% dismissal rate (20 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Allegany County, NY — 37.2% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Allegany County?

The dismissal rate is 37.2%, based on 48 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

74.1% of Grand Larceny cases in Allegany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Grand Larceny cases in Allegany County are dismissed at dramatically higher rates than the statewide average, with 37.2% resulting in dismissal compared to just 18.5% statewide—a gap of 18.7 percentage points. The 62.8% conviction rate still exceeds dismissals, but the trend is moving sharply in the opposite direction. Dismissals have surged from 14.3% in 2021 to 64.7% in 2024, suggesting a significant shift in how prosecutors or courts are handling these cases. Cases take a median of 255 days to resolve, indicating a moderately lengthy process before final disposition.

Charge reduction is nearly universal here, occurring in 74.1% of cases and overwhelmingly favoring reduction to Petit Larceny in 88.2% of instances. Half of defendants secure release on their own recognizance before trial, while 10% are remanded without bail. Among those convicted, sentences are mixed: probation is the most common outcome at 33.3%, followed by fines at 29.6%, jail at 7.4%, and prison at 11.1%. The prevalence of charge reductions combined with the rising dismissal trend suggests these cases face significant evidentiary or prosecutorial hurdles in Allegany County.

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

37.2%

Dismissal Rate

62.8%

Conviction Rate

8.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

37.2%

62.8%

Dismissed 37.2% Convicted 62.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 48 public court records, Allegany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	22	50.0%	50.0%
D Felony	20	27.8%	72.2%
C Felony	6	20.0%	80.0%

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 Allegany County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	7	14.3%	85.7%
2023	17	20.0%	80.0%
2024	19	64.7%	35.3%

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 Grand Larceny in Allegany County are handled at arraignment.

50.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

0.0%

Bail Set

10.0%

Remanded

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

74.1% of Grand Larceny cases
in Allegany County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

15 cases (78.9%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

1 cases (5.3%)

Grand Larceny Other

1 cases (5.3%)

Grand Larceny Fraud

1 cases (5.3%)

Grand Larceny Forgery

1 cases (5.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

7.4%

Jail

33.3%

Probation

11.1%

State Prison

29.6%

Fine Only

3.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	43	42.1%	57.9%

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 48 cases in Allegany County, 37.2% are dismissed, 62.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Allegany County is 37.2%, based on 48 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 Allegany County takes 8.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

50.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 0.0% have bail set, and 10.0% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Allegany County is 62.8%, based on 48 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.

74.1% of Grand Larceny cases in Allegany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Allegany County has a 37.2% 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 Allegany County, 7.4% receive a jail sentence, 33.3% receive probation, and 11.1% 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: 50.0% dismissal rate, 50.0% conviction rate (22 cases). D Felony: 27.8% dismissal rate, 72.2% conviction rate (20 cases). C Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate, 80.0% conviction rate (6 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. 48 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Allegany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com