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

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 4.2% dismissal rate (115 cases). D Felony: 9.7% dismissal rate (35 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Montgomery County, NY — 5.5% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 5.5%, based on 153 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 Montgomery County?

60.5% of Grand Larceny cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Grand Larceny cases in Montgomery County result in conviction far more often than statewide trends suggest. The county's 93% conviction rate paired with a 5.5% dismissal rate—13 percentage points below the statewide average of 18.5%—indicates that prosecutors and courts handle these cases more aggressively here than elsewhere in the state. Over the past six years, dismissals have declined sharply, dropping from 8.7% in 2019 to 0% in the most recent year, showing a tightening of outcomes against defendants in Grand Larceny prosecutions.

Charge reductions offer the primary avenue for case outcomes short of conviction. Sixty percent of Grand Larceny cases get reduced, predominantly to Petit Larceny, which accounts for 83% of all reductions. Among defendants released before trial, 53% are released on their own recognizance while 27% face bail, with a median of $5,000. When convictions do occur, jail sentences dominate sentencing outcomes at 28%, followed by probation at 23%, though 16% receive prison time and another 16% are fined.

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

5.5%

Dismissal Rate

93.0%

Conviction Rate

7.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

93.0%

Dismissed 5.5% Convicted 93.0% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.6%

Source: 153 public court records, Montgomery County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	115	4.2%	93.7%
D Felony	35	9.7%	90.3%

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 Montgomery County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	24	8.7%	91.3%
2020	10	0.0%	100.0%
2021	8	0.0%	100.0%
2022	28	4.2%	91.7%
2023	47	7.9%	92.1%
2024	35	0.0%	96.2%

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 Montgomery County are handled at arraignment.

53.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

26.7%

Bail Set

12.6%

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

60.5% of Grand Larceny cases
in Montgomery County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

53 cases (76.8%)

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

8 cases (11.6%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

3 cases (4.3%)

Grand Larceny Identity Theft

3 cases (4.3%)

Grand Larceny Criminal Contempt

2 cases (2.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

27.7%

Jail

22.7%

Probation

16.0%

State Prison

16.0%

Fine Only

6.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	90	3.9%	96.1%
Hispanic	34	11.1%	85.2%
Black	26	4.5%	90.9%

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 153 cases in Montgomery County, 5.5% are dismissed, 93.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% 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 Montgomery County is 5.5%, based on 153 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 Montgomery County takes 7.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

53.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 26.7% have bail set, and 12.6% 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 Montgomery County is 93.0%, based on 153 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.

60.5% of Grand Larceny cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Montgomery County has a 5.5% 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 Montgomery County, 27.7% receive a jail sentence, 22.7% receive probation, and 16.0% 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: 4.2% dismissal rate, 93.7% conviction rate (115 cases). D Felony: 9.7% dismissal rate, 90.3% conviction rate (35 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. 153 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Montgomery County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com