Petit Larceny in Broome County
2,090 cases · Broome County Courts · DCJS Data
Petit larceny cases in Broome County are dismissed at a rate substantially higher than the statewide average. Dismissals occur in 54.3 percent of cases compared to 34.5 percent statewide—a difference of nearly 20 percentage points. Convictions result in 45.4 percent of cases, with acquittals rare at 0.2 percent. This dismissal rate has risen sharply over the past five years, climbing from 22.1 percent in 2019 to 62.3 percent in 2024, indicating a significant shift in how Broome County prosecutors or courts handle these charges.
Most defendants in petit larceny cases are released before trial without bail, with 67.4 percent receiving release on their own recognizance. When bail is set, the median amount is $100. Among those convicted, financial penalties dominate sentencing: 23.5 percent receive fines and 15.6 percent receive jail time, while prison sentences are nearly nonexistent at 0.3 percent. Notably, 44.6 percent of cases involve charge reductions, primarily to criminal trespass or disorderly conduct, which can provide defendants with lower-level outcomes than conviction on the original 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
Case Outcomes
Source: 2,090 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Petit Larceny in Broome County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Misdemeanor | 2,065 | 54.4% | 45.3% |
| B Misdemeanor | 25 | 37.5% | 62.5% |
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 Petit Larceny outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 207 | 22.1% | 77.2% |
| 2020 | 184 | 47.6% | 52.4% |
| 2021 | 156 | 31.0% | 69.0% |
| 2022 | 186 | 57.0% | 42.1% |
| 2023 | 527 | 61.6% | 38.1% |
| 2024 | 815 | 62.3% | 37.7% |
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 Petit Larceny in Broome County are handled at arraignment.
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
in Broome County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Petit Larceny convictions in Broome County.
44.6% of Petit Larceny cases in Broome County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
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Case outcome rates by race for Petit Larceny in Broome County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 1,352 | 52.2% | 47.6% |
| Black | 477 | 50.5% | 49.5% |
| Hispanic | 195 | 65.1% | 34.9% |
| Asian | 38 | 91.9% | 5.4% |
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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 2,090 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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