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

The dismissal rate is 6.1%, based on 201 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 Oswego County?

The average case takes 7.9 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 Oswego County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 6.7% dismissal rate (133 cases). D Felony: 5.6% dismissal rate (62 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Oswego County, NY — 6.1% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Oswego County is 93.3%, based on 201 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

67.8% of Grand Larceny cases in Oswego County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Oswego County has a 6.1% 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 Oswego County proceed to conviction at a notably high rate. With a 93.3% conviction rate against a statewide average dismissal rate of 18.5%, Oswego County dismisses far fewer cases—just 6.1%—than the statewide norm, a 12.4 percentage point gap. No acquittals occurred in the 201 cases reviewed. The downward trend in dismissals from 5.6% in 2019 to 4.3% in 2024 suggests prosecutors have strengthened case outcomes over time, or defendants face increasingly limited grounds for dismissal in this county.

Charge reductions represent the primary mechanism affecting outcomes before trial. Nearly 68% of Grand Larceny charges are reduced, predominantly to Petit Larceny in 75% of those reductions. This pattern indicates many cases contain factual or evidentiary issues that prosecutors address through downgrading rather than dismissal. For defendants held pretrial, 63.7% are released on their own recognizance, though 11.3% are remanded and 13.1% face bail averaging $250,500. Among convicted defendants, probation is the most common sentence at 25%, followed by prison at 21.7% and jail at 18.4%, reflecting a mixed custodial approach to this felony charge

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

6.1%

Dismissal Rate

93.3%

Conviction Rate

7.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

93.3%

Dismissed 6.1% Convicted 93.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 201 public court records, Oswego County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	133	6.7%	92.3%
D Felony	62	5.6%	94.4%

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 Oswego County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	20	5.6%	88.9%
2020	24	0.0%	100.0%
2021	27	0.0%	100.0%
2022	52	6.8%	93.2%
2023	50	12.2%	87.8%
2024	28	4.3%	95.7%

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 Oswego County are handled at arraignment.

63.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

13.1%

Bail Set

11.3%

Remanded

$250

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

67.8% of Grand Larceny cases
in Oswego County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

67 cases (69.8%)

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

16 cases (16.7%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

6 cases (6.2%)

Grand Larceny Harassment

4 cases (4.2%)

Grand Larceny Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

3 cases (3.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

18.4%

Jail

25.0%

Probation

21.7%

State Prison

8.6%

Fine Only

2.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	182	6.1%	93.2%

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 201 cases in Oswego County, 6.1% are dismissed, 93.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Oswego County is 6.1%, based on 201 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 Oswego County takes 7.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

63.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 13.1% have bail set, and 11.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Oswego County is 93.3%, based on 201 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.

67.8% of Grand Larceny cases in Oswego County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Oswego County has a 6.1% 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 Oswego County, 18.4% receive a jail sentence, 25.0% receive probation, and 21.7% 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: 6.7% dismissal rate, 92.3% conviction rate (133 cases). D Felony: 5.6% dismissal rate, 94.4% conviction rate (62 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. 201 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Oswego County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com