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

The average case takes 7.3 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 Onondaga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 67.2% dismissal rate (3284 cases). B Misdemeanor: 62.5% dismissal rate (9 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in Onondaga County, NY — 67.2% Dismissed

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

Based on 3293 cases in Onondaga County, 67.2% are dismissed, 32.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.3 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 67.2%, based on 3293 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 Onondaga County?

39.1% of Petit Larceny cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Petit larceny cases in Onondaga County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average. The county's 67.2% dismissal rate far exceeds the statewide average of 34.5%, suggesting that prosecutors and courts in Onondaga handle these lower-level theft charges more leniently than typical. Over the past six years, dismissals have increased sharply, rising from 51.2% in 2019 to 100% in the most recent year, indicating a clear trend toward resolution without conviction. The 32.6% conviction rate reflects this pattern, with no recorded acquittals in the 3,293 cases reviewed.

Most defendants charged with petit larceny in Onondaga are released before trial, with 53.3% receiving release on their own recognizance and only 0.8% remanded into custody. When bail is set, the median amount is $100. Charge reductions occur in 39.1% of cases, typically to disorderly conduct in 89.5% of those reductions. Among the small number convicted, jail time is the most common sentence at 13.7%, followed by time served at 12.9%, while prison sentences are rare at 0.4%. Cases take a median of 218 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

67.2%

Dismissal Rate

32.6%

Conviction Rate

7.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

67.2%

32.6%

Dismissed 67.2% Convicted 32.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 3,293 public court records, Onondaga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	3,284	67.2%	32.6%
B Misdemeanor	9	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 Onondaga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	472	51.2%	48.8%
2020	328	66.7%	32.9%
2021	292	69.4%	29.6%
2022	416	73.8%	25.9%
2023	849	67.8%	32.2%
2024	883	73.2%	26.8%
2025	5	100.0%	0.0%

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 Onondaga County are handled at arraignment.

53.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

17.8%

Bail Set

0.8%

Remanded

$100

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

39.1% of Petit Larceny cases
in Onondaga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

247 cases (85.5%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

18 cases (6.2%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

11 cases (3.8%)

Petit Larceny Escape / Bail Jumping

7 cases (2.4%)

Petit Larceny Drug Possession

6 cases (2.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

13.7%

Jail

9.2%

Probation

0.4%

State Prison

4.5%

Fine Only

12.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,797	66.1%	33.5%
White	1,253	66.2%	33.8%
Hispanic	173	75.2%	24.8%
Asian	21	90.0%	10.0%
Other	19	84.2%	15.8%
Native American	19	71.4%	28.6%

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 3,293 cases in Onondaga County, 67.2% are dismissed, 32.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Onondaga County is 67.2%, based on 3,293 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 Onondaga County takes 7.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

53.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 17.8% have bail set, and 0.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $100. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Onondaga County is 32.6%, based on 3,293 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.

39.1% of Petit Larceny cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Onondaga County has a 67.2% 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 Onondaga County, 13.7% receive a jail sentence, 9.2% 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: 67.2% dismissal rate, 32.6% conviction rate (3,284 cases). B Misdemeanor: 62.5% dismissal rate, 37.5% conviction rate (9 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. 3,293 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Onondaga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com