What is the dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Nassau County?

The dismissal rate is 69.6%, based on 8757 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

The average case takes 6.1 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 Nassau County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 69.6% dismissal rate (8696 cases). B Misdemeanor: 75.5% dismissal rate (61 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in Nassau County, NY — 69.6% Dismissed

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

Based on 8757 cases in Nassau County, 69.6% are dismissed, 30.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Nassau County is 30.3%, based on 8757 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

79.0% of Petit Larceny cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Nassau County has a 69.6% 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.

In Nassau County, petit larceny cases are dismissed at a rate of 69.6%, more than double the statewide average of 34.5%. Over 8,700 cases analyzed show this charge is handled far more leniently here than across New York State, with dismissals increasing from 66.6% in 2019 to 71.6% in 2024. Only 30.3% of cases result in conviction, and no acquittals were recorded, meaning the vast majority of petit larceny charges in Nassau County never reach trial. Cases take a median of 182 days to resolve.

Charge reduction is nearly universal: 79% of cases see the petit larceny charge reduced, almost always to Disorderly Conduct. Among defendants released before trial, 27.6% are released on recognizance without bail while 7.5% have bail set, with a median bail of $250. When convictions do occur, they rarely result in jail time—fines dominate sentencing at 48.2% of convictions, while only 13.8% result in incarceration and 7.7% are credited time served.

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

69.6%

Dismissal Rate

30.3%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

69.6%

30.3%

Dismissed 69.6% Convicted 30.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 8,757 public court records, Nassau County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	8,696	69.6%	30.4%
B Misdemeanor	61	75.5%	24.5%

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 Nassau County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	1,514	66.6%	33.4%
2020	870	67.9%	32.1%
2021	935	73.2%	26.7%
2022	1,339	70.2%	29.7%
2023	1,842	68.6%	31.3%
2024	1,899	71.6%	28.3%

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 Nassau County are handled at arraignment.

27.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

7.5%

Bail Set

0.0%

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

79.0% of Petit Larceny cases
in Nassau County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

1,865 cases (98.5%)

Petit Larceny Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

10 cases (0.5%)

Petit Larceny Identity Theft

7 cases (0.4%)

Petit Larceny Traffic Offense

6 cases (0.3%)

Petit Larceny Escape / Bail Jumping

5 cases (0.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

13.8%

Jail

1.9%

Probation

48.2%

Fine Only

7.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	3,316	58.9%	41.1%
White	2,398	70.6%	29.3%
Hispanic	2,046	76.6%	23.3%
Asian	676	87.9%	12.0%
Other	270	78.3%	21.7%
Native American	38	97.3%	2.7%

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 8,757 cases in Nassau County, 69.6% are dismissed, 30.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Nassau County is 69.6%, based on 8,757 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 Nassau County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

27.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 7.5% have bail set, and 0.0% 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 Petit Larceny in Nassau County is 30.3%, based on 8,757 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.

79.0% of Petit Larceny cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Nassau County has a 69.6% 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 Nassau County, 13.8% receive a jail sentence, 1.9% 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: 69.6% dismissal rate, 30.4% conviction rate (8,696 cases). B Misdemeanor: 75.5% dismissal rate, 24.5% conviction rate (61 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. 8,757 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Nassau County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com