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

The average case takes 7.4 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 Saratoga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 11.0% dismissal rate (178 cases). D Felony: 12.3% dismissal rate (100 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Saratoga County, NY — 10.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 10.6%, based on 298 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 Saratoga County?

63.4% of Grand Larceny cases in Saratoga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Grand Larceny cases in Saratoga County result in conviction at notably high rates. With an 88.2% conviction rate and only a 10.6% dismissal rate, Saratoga County prosecutes these cases more aggressively than the statewide average, which shows an 18.5% dismissal rate. The county's dismissal rate runs 7.9 percentage points below the state average, indicating that charges are less likely to be dropped here. However, dismissals have been trending upward since 2019, rising from 9.1% to 13.6%, suggesting the trajectory is moving slightly closer to statewide norms.

Nearly two-thirds of Grand Larceny charges in Saratoga County are reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly to Petit Larceny. This high reduction rate reflects negotiated plea agreements rather than trial acquittals, since zero cases resulted in acquittal. Pretrial, 55% of defendants were released on their own recognizance, while 13.2% were remanded and 11.6% had bail set with a median amount of $2,250. Among those convicted, sentences split fairly evenly across probation (17.4%), prison (21.4%), jail (17%), and fines (18.3%), with only 5.8% serving time already credited.

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

10.6%

Dismissal Rate

88.2%

Conviction Rate

7.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

88.2%

Dismissed 10.6% Convicted 88.2% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.2%

Source: 298 public court records, Saratoga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	178	11.0%	87.0%
D Felony	100	12.3%	87.7%
C Felony	13	0.0%	100.0%
A Misdemeanor	5	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 Saratoga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	13	9.1%	81.8%
2020	32	12.9%	87.1%
2021	28	3.8%	92.3%
2022	41	15.6%	84.4%
2023	91	6.8%	91.8%
2024	93	13.6%	86.4%

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 Saratoga County are handled at arraignment.

55.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

11.6%

Bail Set

13.2%

Remanded

$2,250

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

63.4% of Grand Larceny cases
in Saratoga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

88 cases (68.2%)

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

32 cases (24.8%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

3 cases (2.3%)

Grand Larceny Other

3 cases (2.3%)

Grand Larceny Harassment

3 cases (2.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

17.0%

Jail

17.4%

Probation

21.4%

State Prison

18.3%

Fine Only

5.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	234	11.9%	87.6%
Black	43	5.0%	90.0%
Hispanic	13	8.3%	91.7%

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 298 cases in Saratoga County, 10.6% are dismissed, 88.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Saratoga County is 10.6%, based on 298 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 Saratoga County takes 7.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

55.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 11.6% have bail set, and 13.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Grand Larceny in Saratoga County is 88.2%, based on 298 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.

63.4% of Grand Larceny cases in Saratoga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Saratoga County has a 10.6% 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 Saratoga County, 17.0% receive a jail sentence, 17.4% receive probation, and 21.4% 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: 11.0% dismissal rate, 87.0% conviction rate (178 cases). D Felony: 12.3% dismissal rate, 87.7% conviction rate (100 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (13 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. 298 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Saratoga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com