How long does a Petit Larceny case take in Allegany County?

The average case takes 3.1 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 Petit Larceny in Allegany County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Petit Larceny in Allegany County, NY — 18.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Allegany County?

The dismissal rate is 18.0%, based on 63 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Petit Larceny charges reduced in Allegany County?

46.3% of Petit Larceny cases in Allegany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Allegany County, petit larceny defendants face a substantially lower dismissal rate than the statewide average. Cases here are dismissed in 18 percent of instances compared to 34.5 percent statewide—a 16.5 percentage point gap. This means convictions occur in 82 percent of cases, with no acquittals recorded in the dataset. The trend from 2023 to 2024 shows minimal movement, with dismissal rates hovering near 15 percent both years. This suggests petit larceny charges proceed to conviction more reliably in Allegany County than elsewhere in the state.

Nearly half of petit larceny cases in Allegany County see charge reductions, with 83 percent of those reductions dropping charges down to Disorderly Conduct. At the pretrial stage, most defendants secure release without bail—41 percent receive recognizance release—though 4.9 percent are remanded. When convictions result, fines dominate sentencing outcomes at 58.5 percent of cases, while jail time occurs in about 10 percent. Cases resolve in roughly three months.

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

18.0%

Dismissal Rate

82.0%

Conviction Rate

3.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

18.0%

82.0%

Dismissed 18.0% Convicted 82.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 63 public court records, Allegany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Petit Larceny outcomes in Allegany County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	23	15.0%	85.0%
2024	35	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 Petit Larceny in Allegany County are handled at arraignment.

41.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

1.6%

Bail Set

4.9%

Remanded

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

46.3% of Petit Larceny cases
in Allegany County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

15 cases (78.9%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

2 cases (10.5%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

1 cases (5.3%)

Petit Larceny Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (5.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Petit Larceny convictions in Allegany County.

9.8%

Jail

7.3%

Probation

58.5%

Fine Only

2.4%

Time Served

46.3% of Petit Larceny cases in Allegany County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	62	16.3%	83.7%

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 63 cases in Allegany County, 18.0% are dismissed, 82.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Allegany County is 18.0%, based on 63 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Petit Larceny case in Allegany County takes 3.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

41.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 1.6% have bail set, and 4.9% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Allegany County is 82.0%, based on 63 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.

46.3% of Petit Larceny cases in Allegany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Allegany County has a 18.0% dismissal rate for Petit Larceny cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Petit Larceny overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Petit Larceny in Allegany County, 9.8% receive a jail sentence, 7.3% receive probation. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 63 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Allegany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com