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

The average case takes 8.4 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 Dutchess County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 20.7% dismissal rate (174 cases). D Felony: 11.3% dismissal rate (81 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Dutchess County, NY — 17.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 17.2%, based on 268 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 Dutchess County?

73.4% of Grand Larceny cases in Dutchess County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Grand Larceny cases in Dutchess County result in conviction 82.8 percent of the time, slightly below the statewide conviction rate of 81.5 percent. The dismissal rate of 17.2 percent is marginally lower than the state average of 18.5 percent, suggesting Dutchess County prosecutes these cases with comparable rigor to other counties. However, dismissal rates have been trending upward since 2019, rising from 16.7 percent to 26.4 percent in the most recent year, indicating prosecutors or courts may be screening cases more carefully or defendants may be mounting stronger pretrial challenges.

Charge reductions occur in nearly three-quarters of Grand Larceny cases in Dutchess County, with the vast majority reduced to Petit Larceny rather than dismissed outright. Most defendants released before trial do so on their own recognizance—54.5 percent—while bail was set for 18.5 percent at a median of $2,500. Among convicted defendants, jail time was the most common sentence at 17.7 percent, followed by probation at 14.6 percent and prison at 14.1 percent. The cases take a median of 253.5 days from filing to resolution.

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

17.2%

Dismissal Rate

82.8%

Conviction Rate

8.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

17.2%

82.8%

Dismissed 17.2% Convicted 82.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 268 public court records, Dutchess County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	174	20.7%	79.3%
D Felony	81	11.3%	88.7%
C Felony	11	11.1%	88.9%

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 Dutchess County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	26	16.7%	83.3%
2020	25	14.3%	85.7%
2021	25	13.6%	86.4%
2022	30	18.5%	81.5%
2023	75	9.2%	90.8%
2024	86	26.4%	73.6%

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 Dutchess County are handled at arraignment.

54.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

18.5%

Bail Set

10.7%

Remanded

$2,500

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

73.4% of Grand Larceny cases
in Dutchess County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

84 cases (62.7%)

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

37 cases (27.6%)

Grand Larceny Other

7 cases (5.2%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

3 cases (2.2%)

Grand Larceny Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

3 cases (2.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

17.7%

Jail

14.6%

Probation

14.1%

State Prison

13.5%

Fine Only

9.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	142	18.5%	81.5%
Black	90	14.1%	85.9%
Hispanic	30	24.0%	76.0%

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 268 cases in Dutchess County, 17.2% are dismissed, 82.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Dutchess County is 17.2%, based on 268 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 Dutchess County takes 8.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

54.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 18.5% have bail set, and 10.7% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Dutchess County is 82.8%, based on 268 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.

73.4% of Grand Larceny cases in Dutchess County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Dutchess County has a 17.2% 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 Dutchess County, 17.7% receive a jail sentence, 14.6% 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: 20.7% dismissal rate, 79.3% conviction rate (174 cases). D Felony: 11.3% dismissal rate, 88.7% conviction rate (81 cases). C Felony: 11.1% dismissal rate, 88.9% conviction rate (11 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. 268 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Dutchess County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com