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

The average case takes 4.6 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 Saratoga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 36.0% dismissal rate (613 cases). B Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate (5 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in Saratoga County, NY — 35.7% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 35.7%, based on 618 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 Saratoga County?

45.0% of Petit Larceny cases in Saratoga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Saratoga County, petit larceny cases end in conviction 64.3 percent of the time, slightly above the statewide dismissal rate, with dismissals occurring in 35.7 percent of cases. This dismissal rate has climbed significantly since 2019, when it stood at just 17.1 percent, suggesting the county has shifted toward weaker prosecutions or stronger defense arguments in these cases over the past five years. With 618 cases in the dataset, this trend reflects a meaningful change in how the county handles this charge. Most cases resolve within about four and a half months.

The path from arrest to resolution reveals how charges often get reworked rather than fully prosecuted. Nearly 45 percent of cases see the original petit larceny charge reduced to something less serious, with disorderly conduct absorbing 91 percent of those reductions. When sentences do come down, fines dominate at 38.1 percent of convictions, while jail time affects about one in ten convicted defendants. Pretrial conditions are lenient: nearly 59 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance without bail, and when bail is set, the median amount is just $200.

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

35.7%

Dismissal Rate

64.3%

Conviction Rate

4.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

35.7%

64.3%

Dismissed 35.7% Convicted 64.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 618 public court records, Saratoga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	613	36.0%	64.0%
B Misdemeanor	5	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 Saratoga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	41	17.1%	82.9%
2020	55	20.6%	79.4%
2021	42	31.4%	68.6%
2022	57	33.3%	66.7%
2023	221	43.0%	57.0%
2024	201	35.7%	64.3%

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 Saratoga County are handled at arraignment.

58.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.3%

Bail Set

0.7%

Remanded

$200

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

45.0% of Petit Larceny cases
in Saratoga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

128 cases (89.5%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

9 cases (6.3%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

4 cases (2.8%)

Petit Larceny Traffic Offense

1 cases (0.7%)

Petit Larceny Other

1 cases (0.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

10.9%

Jail

2.8%

Probation

38.1%

Fine Only

11.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	506	35.0%	65.0%
Black	68	37.5%	62.5%
Hispanic	29	50.0%	50.0%
Other	11	33.3%	66.7%

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 618 cases in Saratoga County, 35.7% are dismissed, 64.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Saratoga County is 35.7%, based on 618 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 Saratoga County takes 4.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

58.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.3% have bail set, and 0.7% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $200. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Saratoga County is 64.3%, based on 618 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.

45.0% of Petit Larceny cases in Saratoga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Saratoga County has a 35.7% 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 Saratoga County, 10.9% receive a jail sentence, 2.8% 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: 36.0% dismissal rate, 64.0% conviction rate (613 cases). B Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (5 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. 618 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Saratoga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com