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

The average case takes 8.6 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 Chautauqua County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 29.6% dismissal rate (163 cases). D Felony: 36.1% dismissal rate (39 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Chautauqua County, NY — 30.5% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 30.5%, based on 212 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 Chautauqua County?

88.8% of Grand Larceny cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Grand Larceny cases in Chautauqua County are dismissed at notably higher rates than the state average. The county's 30.5% dismissal rate exceeds the statewide average of 18.5% by 12 percentage points, suggesting prosecutors or judges handle these cases more cautiously here. Convictions still occur in roughly two-thirds of cases, but dismissals have trended upward significantly since 2019, rising from 13.3% to 33.3%, indicating a shifting pattern in how the county processes larceny charges over the past five years.

Charge reductions appear standard practice in Chautauqua County: nearly 89% of Grand Larceny cases get reduced, most commonly to Petit Larceny (68% of reductions). At pretrial, most defendants are released on their own recognizance without bail, though when bail is set, the median amount is $5,000. Among those convicted, jail sentences are most common at 20.8%, with probation and time-served sentences each accounting for roughly 17%, while prison time remains rare at 1.6%.

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

30.5%

Dismissal Rate

66.8%

Conviction Rate

8.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

30.5%

66.8%

Dismissed 30.5% Convicted 66.8% Acquitted 0.5% YO Adjudication 2.1%

Source: 212 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	163	29.6%	67.6%
D Felony	39	36.1%	61.1%
C Felony	9	25.0%	75.0%

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 Chautauqua County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	31	13.3%	83.3%
2020	29	44.0%	56.0%
2021	28	29.2%	70.8%
2022	40	32.4%	67.6%
2023	52	31.8%	59.1%
2024	32	33.3%	66.7%

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 Chautauqua County are handled at arraignment.

48.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.9%

Bail Set

12.4%

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

88.8% of Grand Larceny cases
in Chautauqua County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

64 cases (63.4%)

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

24 cases (23.8%)

Grand Larceny Other

6 cases (5.9%)

Grand Larceny Harassment

4 cases (4.0%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

3 cases (3.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

20.8%

Jail

16.8%

Probation

1.6%

State Prison

4.8%

Fine Only

17.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	164	29.0%	68.3%
Hispanic	24	31.8%	68.2%
Black	22	44.4%	55.6%

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 212 cases in Chautauqua County, 30.5% are dismissed, 66.8% result in conviction, and 0.5% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Chautauqua County is 30.5%, based on 212 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 Chautauqua County takes 8.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

48.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.9% have bail set, and 12.4% 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 Chautauqua County is 66.8%, based on 212 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.

88.8% of Grand Larceny cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Chautauqua County has a 30.5% 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 Chautauqua County, 20.8% receive a jail sentence, 16.8% receive probation, and 1.6% 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: 29.6% dismissal rate, 67.6% conviction rate (163 cases). D Felony: 36.1% dismissal rate, 61.1% conviction rate (39 cases). C Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (9 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. 212 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Chautauqua County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com