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

The average case takes 4.0 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 Livingston County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Petit Larceny in Livingston County, NY — 15.7% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 15.7%, based on 113 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 Livingston County?

54.7% of Petit Larceny cases in Livingston County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Livingston County, petit larceny cases result in conviction 84.3 percent of the time, substantially higher than the statewide average of 65.5 percent. Dismissals occur in just 15.7 percent of cases, compared to 34.5 percent statewide—a gap of nearly 19 percentage points suggesting the county prosecutes these charges more aggressively and successfully than most of the state. No cases reached acquittal. However, the trend is shifting: dismissal rates climbed from 8.1 percent in 2023 to 22.0 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors or courts may be screening cases more carefully or reducing charges earlier in the process.

More than half of petit larceny charges in Livingston County are reduced to lesser offenses, with 92 percent becoming disorderly conduct charges. This charge reduction pattern represents the primary pathway through the system, rather than conviction on the original charge or outright dismissal. Defendants receive release without bail in over 71 percent of cases. Among those convicted, fines are the dominant sentence at 64 percent of outcomes, though 10.7 percent receive jail time. Cases resolve relatively quickly, with a median disposition time of 119 days.

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

15.7%

Dismissal Rate

84.3%

Conviction Rate

4.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

15.7%

84.3%

Dismissed 15.7% Convicted 84.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 113 public court records, Livingston County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	49	8.1%	91.9%
2024	62	22.0%	78.0%

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 Livingston County are handled at arraignment.

71.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

4.5%

Bail Set

1.8%

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

54.7% of Petit Larceny cases
in Livingston County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

36 cases (87.8%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

2 cases (4.9%)

Petit Larceny Grand Larceny

1 cases (2.4%)

Petit Larceny Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (2.4%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

1 cases (2.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

10.7%

Jail

6.7%

Probation

1.3%

State Prison

64.0%

Fine Only

2.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	98	18.4%	81.6%

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 113 cases in Livingston County, 15.7% are dismissed, 84.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Livingston County is 15.7%, based on 113 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 Livingston County takes 4.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

71.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 4.5% have bail set, and 1.8% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Livingston County is 84.3%, based on 113 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.

54.7% of Petit Larceny cases in Livingston County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Livingston County has a 15.7% 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 Livingston County, 10.7% receive a jail sentence, 6.7% receive probation, and 1.3% are sentenced to state prison. 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. 113 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Livingston County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com