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

The average case takes 9.4 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 Tompkins County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 26.0% dismissal rate (62 cases). D Felony: 11.4% dismissal rate (41 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Grand Larceny in Tompkins County, NY — 20.5% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 20.5%, based on 107 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 Tompkins County?

71.0% of Grand Larceny cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Grand Larceny cases in Tompkins County end in conviction 78.4% of the time, slightly above the statewide average where conviction occurs in roughly comparable frequency. The county's dismissal rate of 20.5% runs 2 percentage points higher than the statewide average of 18.5%, suggesting marginally more favorable outcomes on that front, though acquittals remain rare at 1.1%. A notable trend shows dismissals have declined over the past six years, dropping from 23.1% in 2019 to 15.4% in 2024, indicating prosecutors are securing stronger convictions in recent cases. Cases typically resolve in about 284 days.

Defendants charged with Grand Larceny in Tompkins County have a strong chance of remaining free before trial: 68.2% are released on their own recognizance without bail. When bail is set, the median amount is $250. The most significant outcome pattern involves charge reductions—71% of Grand Larceny charges are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to Petit Larceny (65.9% of reductions). When convictions do occur, probation is the most common sentence at 36.2%, followed by jail at 8.7%, suggesting courts often favor community supervision over incarceration for this offense.

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

20.5%

Dismissal Rate

78.4%

Conviction Rate

9.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

20.5%

78.4%

Dismissed 20.5% Convicted 78.4% Acquitted 1.1%

Source: 107 public court records, Tompkins County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	62	26.0%	74.0%
D Felony	41	11.4%	85.7%

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 Tompkins County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	15	23.1%	76.9%
2020	9	50.0%	50.0%
2021	7	0.0%	100.0%
2022	23	33.3%	66.7%
2023	39	10.7%	85.7%
2024	14	15.4%	84.6%

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 Tompkins County are handled at arraignment.

68.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

11.4%

Bail Set

9.1%

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

71.0% of Grand Larceny cases
in Tompkins County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Grand Larceny Petit Larceny

29 cases (63.0%)

Grand Larceny Disorderly Conduct

13 cases (28.3%)

Grand Larceny Forgery

2 cases (4.3%)

Grand Larceny Theft of Services

1 cases (2.2%)

Grand Larceny Harassment

1 cases (2.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

8.7%

Jail

36.2%

Probation

10.1%

State Prison

7.2%

Fine Only

1.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	59	12.2%	85.7%
Black	34	36.7%	63.3%

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 107 cases in Tompkins County, 20.5% are dismissed, 78.4% result in conviction, and 1.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Grand Larceny in Tompkins County is 20.5%, based on 107 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 Tompkins County takes 9.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

68.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 11.4% have bail set, and 9.1% 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 Tompkins County is 78.4%, based on 107 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.

71.0% of Grand Larceny cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Tompkins County has a 20.5% 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 Tompkins County, 8.7% receive a jail sentence, 36.2% receive probation, and 10.1% 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: 26.0% dismissal rate, 74.0% conviction rate (62 cases). D Felony: 11.4% dismissal rate, 85.7% conviction rate (41 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. 107 cases analyzed for Grand Larceny in Tompkins County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com