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

The average case takes 5.8 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 Rensselaer County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 38.9% dismissal rate (681 cases). B Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate (9 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in Rensselaer County, NY — 38.3% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 38.3%, based on 690 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 Rensselaer County?

57.8% of Petit Larceny cases in Rensselaer County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Rensselaer County, petit larceny cases result in conviction 61.7% of the time, slightly below the statewide conviction rate reflected in a 38.3% dismissal rate that runs 3.8 percentage points higher than the state average. This suggests prosecutors or judges in Rensselaer are somewhat more willing to dismiss petit larceny charges than their counterparts statewide. However, the trend is moving in the opposite direction—dismissal rates have declined from 40.5% in 2019 to 32.2% in 2024, indicating that over time, fewer cases are being dismissed and more are reaching conviction.

Most defendants charged with petit larceny in Rensselaer (44%) are released on their own recognizance before trial, with only 1.9% held without bail. When bail is set, the median amount is $1,000. Among those convicted, fines are the most common outcome at 34%, followed by jail time at 11.8% and time served at 19.9%. Notably, 57.8% of petit larceny charges are reduced to a lesser offense, with disorderly conduct accounting for 96.4% of those reductions. Cases take a median of 175 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

38.3%

Dismissal Rate

61.7%

Conviction Rate

5.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

38.3%

61.7%

Dismissed 38.3% Convicted 61.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 690 public court records, Rensselaer County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	681	38.9%	61.1%
B Misdemeanor	9	0.0%	100.0%

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.

Year-Over-Year Trends

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	103	40.5%	59.5%
2020	56	55.9%	44.1%
2021	44	56.2%	43.8%
2022	96	42.9%	57.1%
2023	200	34.6%	65.4%
2024	189	32.2%	67.8%

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 Rensselaer County are handled at arraignment.

44.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

9.5%

Bail Set

1.9%

Remanded

$1,000

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

57.8% of Petit Larceny cases
in Rensselaer County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

160 cases (93.6%)

Petit Larceny Other

3 cases (1.8%)

Petit Larceny Identity Theft

3 cases (1.8%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

3 cases (1.8%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

2 cases (1.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

11.8%

Jail

1.0%

Probation

34.0%

Fine Only

19.9%

Time Served

57.8% of Petit Larceny cases in Rensselaer County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	410	34.4%	65.6%
Black	214	43.1%	56.9%
Hispanic	53	42.9%	57.1%

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 690 cases in Rensselaer County, 38.3% are dismissed, 61.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Rensselaer County is 38.3%, based on 690 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 Rensselaer County takes 5.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

44.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 9.5% have bail set, and 1.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Rensselaer County is 61.7%, based on 690 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.

57.8% of Petit Larceny cases in Rensselaer County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Rensselaer County has a 38.3% 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 Rensselaer County, 11.8% receive a jail sentence, 1.0% 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: 38.9% dismissal rate, 61.1% conviction rate (681 cases). B Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% 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. 690 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Rensselaer County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com