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

The average case takes 10.5 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 Onondaga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 44.1% dismissal rate (750 cases). D Felony: 20.2% dismissal rate (299 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Onondaga County, NY — 35.7% Dismissed

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

Based on 1088 cases in Onondaga County, 35.7% are dismissed, 62.8% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.5 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 35.7%, based on 1088 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 Onondaga County?

72.4% of Grand Larceny cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Grand Larceny cases in Onondaga County are dismissed at significantly higher rates than the statewide average. Nearly 36 percent of the 1,088 cases are dismissed compared to just 18.5 percent statewide—a gap of 17.2 percentage points suggesting that local prosecutors or judges handle these charges more leniently than their counterparts across New York. The 62.8 percent conviction rate, while still substantial, reflects this dismissal pattern. Notably, dismissals have been climbing since 2019, rising from 29.8 percent to 36.3 percent, indicating a strengthening trend favoring case dismissals in the county.

The path to resolution shows significant charge reduction activity alongside pretrial practices. Roughly 72 percent of Grand Larceny charges are reduced to lesser offenses, with nearly 71 percent reduced specifically to Petit Larceny. Of those initially held, 36.1 percent received release on their own recognizance while 20.3 percent had bail set at a median of $2,500. Among those ultimately convicted, probation is the most common sentence at 22.9 percent, followed by jail time at 15.2 percent and prison at 13.9 percent. Cases take approximately 316 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

35.7%

Dismissal Rate

62.8%

Conviction Rate

10.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

35.7%

62.8%

Dismissed 35.7% Convicted 62.8% Acquitted 0.1% YO Adjudication 1.3%

Source: 1,088 public court records, Onondaga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	750	44.1%	54.4%
D Felony	299	20.2%	78.5%
C Felony	34	3.2%	93.5%
A Misdemeanor	5	100.0%	0.0%

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 Onondaga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	164	29.8%	68.9%
2020	135	32.7%	66.4%
2021	141	33.0%	64.3%
2022	170	46.2%	53.1%
2023	269	37.2%	61.2%
2024	204	36.3%	62.2%

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 Onondaga County are handled at arraignment.

36.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

20.3%

Bail Set

18.8%

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

72.4% of Grand Larceny cases
in Onondaga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

223 cases (66.8%)

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

70 cases (21.0%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

22 cases (6.6%)

Grand Larceny Criminal Contempt

10 cases (3.0%)

Grand Larceny Other

9 cases (2.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

15.2%

Jail

22.9%

Probation

13.9%

State Prison

1.5%

Fine Only

6.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	593	43.1%	55.1%
White	417	26.3%	73.4%
Hispanic	57	32.6%	60.9%

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 1,088 cases in Onondaga County, 35.7% are dismissed, 62.8% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Onondaga County is 35.7%, based on 1,088 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 Onondaga County takes 10.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

36.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 20.3% have bail set, and 18.8% 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 Onondaga County is 62.8%, based on 1,088 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.

72.4% of Grand Larceny cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Onondaga County has a 35.7% 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 Onondaga County, 15.2% receive a jail sentence, 22.9% receive probation, and 13.9% 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: 44.1% dismissal rate, 54.4% conviction rate (750 cases). D Felony: 20.2% dismissal rate, 78.5% conviction rate (299 cases). C Felony: 3.2% dismissal rate, 93.5% conviction rate (34 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. 1,088 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Onondaga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com