Petit larceny convictions occur in about two-thirds of Oneida County cases, a rate nearly identical to the statewide average of 65.5 percent. The county's 33.9 percent dismissal rate is slightly below the state's 34.5 percent, suggesting petit larceny cases proceed to conviction at a marginally higher rate here than elsewhere. Dismissals have trended upward over the past six years, rising from 31 percent in 2019 to 33 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors or courts may be applying somewhat stricter scrutiny to these cases over time. Cases resolve relatively quickly in Oneida County, taking a median of 113 days from charge to disposition.

Charge reductions are the most significant pretrial outcome in Oneida County petit larceny cases, occurring in 54.5 percent of cases. Over four-fifths of reductions drop the charge to criminal trespass, with disorderly conduct accounting for most of the remainder. Most defendants released before trial do so on their own recognizance at 54.1 percent, while 13.8 percent have bail set and just 0.8 percent are remanded. Among those convicted, fines are the dominant sentence at 38.9 percent, followed by jail time in 17.6 percent of cases and time served credit in

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

33.9%
Dismissal Rate
66.0%
Conviction Rate
3.8 months
Avg Duration
33.9%
66.0%
Dismissed 33.9% Convicted 66.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 3,227 public court records, Oneida County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor 3,211 33.9% 66.0%
B Misdemeanor 16 25.0% 75.0%

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.

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

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2019 526 31.0% 69.0%
2020 397 34.6% 65.4%
2021 505 41.5% 58.5%
2022 496 30.9% 68.8%
2023 649 33.5% 66.5%
2024 602 33.0% 66.7%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

How defendants charged with Petit Larceny in Oneida County are handled at arraignment.

54.1%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
13.8%
Bail Set
0.8%
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.

54.5% of Petit Larceny cases
in Oneida County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass
684 cases (79.8%)
Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct
155 cases (18.1%)
Petit Larceny Harassment
8 cases (0.9%)
Petit Larceny Escape / Bail Jumping
6 cases (0.7%)
Petit Larceny Criminal Contempt
4 cases (0.5%)

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

17.6%
Jail
1.5%
Probation
0.1%
State Prison
38.9%
Fine Only
9.0%
Time Served

54.5% of Petit Larceny cases in Oneida 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 Oneida County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
White 1,940 35.3% 64.6%
Black 976 29.0% 71.0%
Hispanic 258 39.7% 60.3%
Asian 41 37.0% 63.0%

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.

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 3,227 cases in Oneida County, 33.9% are dismissed, 66.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Oneida County is 33.9%, based on 3,227 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 Oneida County takes 3.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
54.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 13.8% have bail set, and 0.8% 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 Oneida County is 66.0%, based on 3,227 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.
54.5% of Petit Larceny cases in Oneida County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Trespass.
Oneida County has a 33.9% 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 Oneida County, 17.6% receive a jail sentence, 1.5% receive probation, and 0.1% 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: 33.9% dismissal rate, 66.0% conviction rate (3,211 cases). B Misdemeanor: 25.0% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (16 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. 3,227 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Oneida County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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