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

The average case takes 3.3 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 Chemung County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 34.4% dismissal rate (1059 cases). B Misdemeanor: 62.5% dismissal rate (13 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in Chemung County, NY — 34.7% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Petit Larceny in Chemung County?

Based on 1072 cases in Chemung County, 34.7% are dismissed, 65.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.3 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 34.7%, based on 1072 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Chemung County?

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Chemung County is 65.0%, based on 1072 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

22.2% of Petit Larceny cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Chemung County compare to other counties for Petit Larceny?

Chemung County has a 34.7% dismissal rate for Petit Larceny. Visit the Petit Larceny overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Petit larceny cases in Chemung County result in conviction in nearly two-thirds of instances, matching the statewide dismissal rate almost exactly at 34.7 percent versus 34.5 percent statewide. However, the trajectory in Chemung County has shifted noticeably over the past five years, with dismissals declining from 37.5 percent in 2019 to 25.2 percent in 2024. This downward trend suggests prosecutors are securing convictions more consistently, though no acquittals occurred in the dataset, indicating most outcomes resolve through either conviction or dismissal rather than trial verdicts.

When petit larceny defendants are convicted, fines dominate sentencing outcomes at just over half of cases, while jail time occurs in about a quarter. Pretrial, most defendants secure release on their own recognizance without bail—roughly 70 percent gain this status—while bail is set in approximately one-fifth of cases at a median of one thousand dollars. Notably, about one in five cases see the charge reduced to a lesser offense, with disorderly conduct accounting for over 90 percent of those reductions, effectively downgrading the case to a non-property crime.

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

34.7%

Dismissal Rate

65.0%

Conviction Rate

3.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

34.7%

65.0%

Dismissed 34.7% Convicted 65.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 1,072 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Petit Larceny in Chemung County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	1,059	34.4%	65.2%
B Misdemeanor	13	62.5%	37.5%

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 Chemung County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	127	37.5%	62.5%
2020	170	47.7%	52.3%
2021	138	39.5%	60.5%
2022	197	24.6%	75.4%
2023	176	33.9%	65.3%
2024	258	25.2%	73.6%

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 Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

69.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

23.2%

Bail Set

0.3%

Remanded

$1

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

22.2% of Petit Larceny cases
in Chemung County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

99 cases (87.6%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

6 cases (5.3%)

Petit Larceny Other

3 cases (2.7%)

Petit Larceny Identity Theft

3 cases (2.7%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

2 cases (1.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

23.7%

Jail

6.2%

Probation

51.1%

Fine Only

8.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	730	35.5%	64.4%
Black	286	33.7%	65.8%
Hispanic	47	32.3%	64.5%

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 1,072 cases in Chemung County, 34.7% are dismissed, 65.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Chemung County is 34.7%, based on 1,072 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 Chemung County takes 3.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

69.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 23.2% have bail set, and 0.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Chemung County is 65.0%, based on 1,072 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.

22.2% of Petit Larceny cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Chemung County has a 34.7% 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 Chemung County, 23.7% receive a jail sentence, 6.2% receive probation. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 34.4% dismissal rate, 65.2% conviction rate (1,059 cases). B Misdemeanor: 62.5% dismissal rate, 37.5% 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. 1,072 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com