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

The average case takes 7.2 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 Niagara County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 20.6% dismissal rate (616 cases). D Felony: 13.2% dismissal rate (173 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Niagara County, NY — 18.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 18.6%, based on 803 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Niagara County is 80.3%, based on 803 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

91.0% of Grand Larceny cases in Niagara County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Niagara County has a 18.6% 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 Niagara County show a conviction rate of 80.3 percent across 803 cases, slightly above the statewide pattern where dismissals occur at nearly identical rates (18.6 percent locally versus 18.5 percent statewide). The county's outcomes track closely with state averages, indicating that Grand Larceny is prosecuted with consistent rigor. However, dismissal rates have been trending upward from 18.7 percent in 2019 to 20.8 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors or courts are becoming somewhat more selective about which cases proceed to conviction over the six-year period.

Charge reduction is the dominant feature of these cases: 91 percent of Grand Larceny charges are reduced to lesser offenses, with Disorderly Conduct absorbing just over half of all reductions. Most defendants secure pretrial release, with 75.4 percent released on their own recognizance and median bail set at $975 when money is required. Among those convicted, fines are the most common outcome at 23.4 percent, followed by probation at 19.2 percent, while prison sentences are imposed in only 5.8 percent of convictions. Case resolution takes a median of 217 days from charge to disposition.

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

18.6%

Dismissal Rate

80.3%

Conviction Rate

7.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

18.6%

80.3%

Dismissed 18.6% Convicted 80.3% Acquitted 0.8%

Source: 803 public court records, Niagara County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	616	20.6%	78.1%
D Felony	173	13.2%	86.8%
C Felony	11	0.0%	100.0%

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 Niagara County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	159	18.7%	81.3%
2020	124	25.4%	73.7%
2021	122	25.9%	72.3%
2022	138	11.4%	87.1%
2023	150	13.4%	84.5%
2024	104	20.8%	79.2%

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 Niagara County are handled at arraignment.

75.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.5%

Bail Set

4.3%

Remanded

$975

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

91.0% of Grand Larceny cases
in Niagara County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

253 cases (49.5%)

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

142 cases (27.8%)

Grand Larceny Fraud

94 cases (18.4%)

Grand Larceny Other

13 cases (2.5%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

9 cases (1.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

11.3%

Jail

19.2%

Probation

5.8%

State Prison

23.4%

Fine Only

4.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	460	15.4%	83.8%
Black	272	23.9%	74.3%
Hispanic	41	14.3%	85.7%
Native American	14	50.0%	50.0%

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 803 cases in Niagara County, 18.6% are dismissed, 80.3% result in conviction, and 0.8% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Niagara County is 18.6%, based on 803 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 Niagara County takes 7.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

75.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.5% have bail set, and 4.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $975. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Niagara County is 80.3%, based on 803 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.

91.0% of Grand Larceny cases in Niagara County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Niagara County has a 18.6% 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 Niagara County, 11.3% receive a jail sentence, 19.2% receive probation, and 5.8% 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: 20.6% dismissal rate, 78.1% conviction rate (616 cases). D Felony: 13.2% dismissal rate, 86.8% conviction rate (173 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% 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. 803 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Niagara County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com