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

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 62.9% dismissal rate (590 cases). B Misdemeanor: 78.6% dismissal rate (38 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in Rockland County, NY — 63.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 63.2%, based on 629 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 Rockland County?

83.2% of Petit Larceny cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Petit larceny cases in Rockland County are dismissed far more often than the statewide average, with a 63.2% dismissal rate compared to 34.5% across New York. This 28.7 percentage point gap suggests Rockland County prosecutors or judges handle these low-level theft cases more leniently than the typical county. However, this advantage appears to be eroding—dismissal rates have dropped sharply from 100% in 2022 to 63.9% by 2024, indicating a significant tightening in how these cases are resolved locally.

Defendants charged with petit larceny in Rockland County typically avoid pretrial detention, with 59% released on their own recognizance and only 1.3% remanded. When bail is set, the median amount is $2,500. Strikingly, 83.2% of charges are reduced before trial, with almost all reductions downgraded to the far less serious disorderly conduct charge rather than conviction on the original larceny count. Among those convicted, fines are the dominant sentence at 65.9%, though about 10% receive jail time. The combination of high dismissal and charge reduction rates means few defendants actually face a larceny conviction.

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

63.2%

Dismissal Rate

36.8%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

63.2%

36.8%

Dismissed 63.2% Convicted 36.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 629 public court records, Rockland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	590	62.9%	37.1%
B Misdemeanor	38	78.6%	21.4%

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 Rockland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2022	6	100.0%	0.0%
2023	256	61.9%	38.1%
2024	358	63.9%	36.1%

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 Rockland County are handled at arraignment.

59.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

9.4%

Bail Set

1.3%

Remanded

$2,500

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

83.2% of Petit Larceny cases
in Rockland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

144 cases (96.6%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

2 cases (1.3%)

Petit Larceny Grand Larceny

1 cases (0.7%)

Petit Larceny Drug Sale

1 cases (0.7%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

1 cases (0.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

10.1%

Jail

1.1%

Probation

0.6%

State Prison

65.9%

Fine Only

2.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	241	62.1%	37.9%
Black	203	57.0%	43.0%
White	166	70.0%	30.0%

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.

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 629 cases in Rockland County, 63.2% are dismissed, 36.8% 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 Rockland County is 63.2%, based on 629 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 Rockland County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

59.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 9.4% have bail set, and 1.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Rockland County is 36.8%, based on 629 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.

83.2% of Petit Larceny cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Rockland County has a 63.2% 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 Rockland County, 10.1% receive a jail sentence, 1.1% receive probation, and 0.6% 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: 62.9% dismissal rate, 37.1% conviction rate (590 cases). B Misdemeanor: 78.6% dismissal rate, 21.4% conviction rate (38 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. 629 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Rockland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com