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

The average case takes 7.6 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 Rensselaer County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 33.9% dismissal rate (204 cases). D Felony: 19.1% dismissal rate (75 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Rensselaer County, NY — 29.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 29.2%, based on 294 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 Rensselaer County?

88.8% of Grand Larceny cases in Rensselaer County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Grand larceny cases in Rensselaer County show a notably higher dismissal rate than the statewide average, with 29.2% of charges dismissed compared to 18.5% statewide—a gap of 10.7 percentage points. This suggests prosecutors in Rensselaer face steeper hurdles proving these cases than their counterparts elsewhere in the state. However, the trend is moving against defendants: dismissal rates have declined sharply from 34.8% in 2019 to 17.6% in 2024, indicating prosecutors have strengthened their cases or altered charging practices over the past five years. The 70.8% conviction rate remains the dominant outcome, with cases taking a median of 228.5 days to resolve.

Pretrial release in Rensselaer is relatively permissive, with over half of defendants released on their own recognizance and a median bail of $5,000 when set. Charge reductions occur in nearly 9 in 10 cases, overwhelmingly to disorderly conduct (48.6%) or petit larceny (42.8%), suggesting many original charges don't survive initial proceedings. Among those convicted, jail sentences are the most common outcome at 16.2%, followed by fines at 13.4%, though probation and prison sentences each occur in roughly 7-

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

29.2%

Dismissal Rate

70.8%

Conviction Rate

7.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

29.2%

70.8%

Dismissed 29.2% Convicted 70.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 294 public court records, Rensselaer County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	204	33.9%	66.1%
D Felony	75	19.1%	80.9%
C Felony	7	20.0%	80.0%
A Misdemeanor	7	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 Rensselaer County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	72	34.8%	65.2%
2020	35	43.3%	56.7%
2021	47	28.2%	71.8%
2022	40	21.9%	78.1%
2023	62	27.5%	72.5%
2024	37	17.6%	82.4%

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 Rensselaer County are handled at arraignment.

51.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

9.1%

Bail Set

13.1%

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

88.8% of Grand Larceny cases
in Rensselaer County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

67 cases (45.0%)

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

59 cases (39.6%)

Grand Larceny Harassment

12 cases (8.1%)

Grand Larceny Other

6 cases (4.0%)

Grand Larceny Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

5 cases (3.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

16.2%

Jail

11.2%

Probation

7.8%

State Prison

13.4%

Fine Only

7.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	160	26.1%	73.9%
Black	98	33.3%	66.7%
Hispanic	28	34.8%	65.2%

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 294 cases in Rensselaer County, 29.2% are dismissed, 70.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Rensselaer County is 29.2%, based on 294 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 Rensselaer County takes 7.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

51.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 9.1% have bail set, and 13.1% 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 Rensselaer County is 70.8%, based on 294 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.

88.8% of Grand Larceny cases in Rensselaer County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Rensselaer County has a 29.2% 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 Rensselaer County, 16.2% receive a jail sentence, 11.2% receive probation, and 7.8% 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: 33.9% dismissal rate, 66.1% conviction rate (204 cases). D Felony: 19.1% dismissal rate, 80.9% conviction rate (75 cases). C Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate, 80.0% conviction rate (7 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. 294 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Rensselaer County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com