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

The dismissal rate is 29.8%, based on 1472 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 Erie County?

The average case takes 6.1 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 Grand Larceny in Erie County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 38.9% dismissal rate (951 cases). D Felony: 15.8% dismissal rate (451 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Erie County, NY — 29.8% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Grand Larceny in Erie County?

Based on 1472 cases in Erie County, 29.8% are dismissed, 69.4% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Erie County is 69.4%, based on 1472 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

76.9% of Grand Larceny cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Erie County has a 29.8% 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 Erie County are dismissed at nearly double the statewide rate, with 29.8% of cases dismissed compared to the statewide average of 18.5%. This 11.3 percentage point difference suggests Erie County prosecutors or judges are more inclined to drop these charges than their counterparts across the state. Convictions occur in nearly 70% of cases that proceed, which aligns closely with outcomes statewide. The dismissal rate has declined slightly from 32.1% in 2019 to 31.2% by 2024, indicating a marginal shift toward prosecution over the past five years. Cases take roughly six months to resolve from charge to disposition.

Charge reductions are the dominant outcome in Erie County, occurring in over three-quarters of Grand Larceny cases. Nearly all reductions split between Disorderly Conduct and Petit Larceny, suggesting prosecutors routinely downgrade charges rather than pursue full prosecution. For those released before trial, 61% are freed on their own recognizance, though roughly one in five defendants has bail set with a median amount of $3,000. Among convicted defendants, jail time is the most common sentence at 15.7%, followed by probation and fines, while about 6% receive credit for time already served.

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

29.8%

Dismissal Rate

69.4%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

29.8%

69.4%

Dismissed 29.8% Convicted 69.4% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 1,472 public court records, Erie County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	951	38.9%	60.6%
D Felony	451	15.8%	82.5%
C Felony	59	1.7%	98.3%
A Misdemeanor	10	33.3%	66.7%

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 Erie County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	213	32.1%	67.4%
2020	167	35.4%	63.9%
2021	144	28.8%	70.5%
2022	155	25.7%	72.3%
2023	386	26.8%	72.6%
2024	403	31.2%	67.9%

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 Erie County are handled at arraignment.

61.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

17.8%

Bail Set

9.3%

Remanded

$3,000

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

76.9% of Grand Larceny cases
in Erie County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

293 cases (44.7%)

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

291 cases (44.4%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

32 cases (4.9%)

Grand Larceny Other

27 cases (4.1%)

Grand Larceny Identity Theft

13 cases (2.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

15.7%

Jail

12.9%

Probation

9.5%

State Prison

12.6%

Fine Only

6.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	705	30.1%	68.7%
White	619	28.8%	70.6%
Hispanic	110	27.3%	72.7%
Asian	14	46.2%	53.8%

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 1,472 cases in Erie County, 29.8% are dismissed, 69.4% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Erie County is 29.8%, based on 1,472 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 Erie County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

61.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 17.8% have bail set, and 9.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $3,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Erie County is 69.4%, based on 1,472 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.

76.9% of Grand Larceny cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Erie County has a 29.8% 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 Erie County, 15.7% receive a jail sentence, 12.9% receive probation, and 9.5% 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: 38.9% dismissal rate, 60.6% conviction rate (951 cases). D Felony: 15.8% dismissal rate, 82.5% conviction rate (451 cases). C Felony: 1.7% dismissal rate, 98.3% conviction rate (59 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. 1,472 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Erie County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com