How long does a Petit Larceny case take in New York County?

The average case takes 5.0 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 New York County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 40.8% dismissal rate (21769 cases). B Misdemeanor: 39.2% dismissal rate (1723 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in New York County, NY — 40.7% Dismissed

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

Based on 23494 cases in New York County, 40.7% are dismissed, 59.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.0 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 40.7%, based on 23494 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 New York County?

46.4% of Petit Larceny cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Petit larceny cases in New York County are dismissed at significantly higher rates than the statewide average, with a 40.7% dismissal rate compared to 34.5% statewide—a gap of 6.2 percentage points. Out of 23,494 cases, 59.3% resulted in conviction while zero resulted in acquittal, indicating that outcomes are largely determined before trial. Dismissal rates have risen substantially over the 2019-2024 period, climbing from 29.1% to 46.7%, suggesting the county has shifted toward more dismissals in recent years.

Nearly half of all petit larceny charges—46.4%—are reduced to lesser offenses before disposition, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 70.2% of reduction cases. Most defendants are released on their own recognizance (22.2%), with minimal remands to custody. When convictions occur, sentences are typically light: over half (52.8%) result in time served only, while jail sentences occur in 8.4% of cases and prison sentences in just 0.4%. The median case takes about 150 days to resolve.

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

40.7%

Dismissal Rate

59.3%

Conviction Rate

5.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

40.7%

59.3%

Dismissed 40.7% Convicted 59.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 23,494 public court records, New York County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	21,769	40.8%	59.2%
B Misdemeanor	1,723	39.2%	60.8%

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 New York County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	5,231	29.1%	70.9%
2020	1,898	45.8%	54.2%
2021	2,988	46.8%	53.2%
2022	3,933	37.1%	62.8%
2023	4,187	44.8%	55.2%
2024	4,608	46.7%	53.3%

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 New York County are handled at arraignment.

22.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.8%

Bail Set

0.1%

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

46.4% of Petit Larceny cases
in New York County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

3,777 cases (69.2%)

Petit Larceny Other

1,530 cases (28.0%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

77 cases (1.4%)

Petit Larceny Burglary

41 cases (0.8%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

33 cases (0.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Petit Larceny convictions in New York County.

8.4%

Jail

0.2%

Probation

0.4%

State Prison

52.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	10,737	37.6%	62.3%
Hispanic	8,119	44.7%	55.3%
White	3,858	36.6%	63.4%
Asian	551	62.4%	37.6%
Native American	62	59.3%	40.7%

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 23,494 cases in New York County, 40.7% are dismissed, 59.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in New York County is 40.7%, based on 23,494 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 New York County takes 5.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

22.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.8% have bail set, and 0.1% 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 New York County is 59.3%, based on 23,494 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.

46.4% of Petit Larceny cases in New York County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

New York County has a 40.7% 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 New York County, 8.4% receive a jail sentence, 0.2% receive probation, and 0.4% are sentenced to state prison. 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: 40.8% dismissal rate, 59.2% conviction rate (21,769 cases). B Misdemeanor: 39.2% dismissal rate, 60.8% conviction rate (1,723 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. 23,494 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in New York County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com