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

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Petit Larceny in Schenectady County, NY — 35.4% Dismissed

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

Based on 1021 cases in Schenectady County, 35.4% are dismissed, 64.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.8 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 35.4%, based on 1021 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 Schenectady County?

48.7% of Petit Larceny cases in Schenectady County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Petit larceny cases in Schenectady County result in conviction in nearly two-thirds of cases, a rate slightly above the statewide average. With a 35.4% dismissal rate compared to the statewide 34.5%, outcomes here track closely with how petty theft is handled across the state, though Schenectady has seen dismissals decline over the past six years—dropping from 38.1% in 2019 to 32.8% in 2024. The median case takes roughly five-and-a-half months to reach resolution. No defendants are acquitted at trial, suggesting most contested cases result in conviction rather than acquittal.

Half of petit larceny cases get reduced to a lesser charge, with disorderly conduct absorbing nearly all of those reductions. Most defendants charged with petit larceny secure pretrial release: 54.4% are released on their own recognizance without bail, while another 20.3% have bail set at minimal amounts. Among those convicted, outcomes are split between time served (40.2%) and fines (21.5%), with jail time imposed in about 20% of convictions. The case disposition timeline averages 173 days from charging to outcome.

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

35.4%

Dismissal Rate

64.3%

Conviction Rate

5.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

35.4%

64.3%

Dismissed 35.4% Convicted 64.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 1,021 public court records, Schenectady County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	81	38.1%	61.9%
2020	79	56.5%	43.5%
2021	72	37.9%	58.6%
2022	88	38.6%	61.4%
2023	259	29.3%	70.7%
2024	440	32.8%	67.2%

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 Schenectady County are handled at arraignment.

54.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

20.3%

Bail Set

1.2%

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.

Charge Reductions

48.7% of Petit Larceny cases
in Schenectady County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

212 cases (93.8%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

8 cases (3.5%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

4 cases (1.8%)

Petit Larceny Theft of Services

1 cases (0.4%)

Petit Larceny Identity Theft

1 cases (0.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

19.8%

Jail

1.5%

Probation

21.5%

Fine Only

40.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	461	31.1%	68.9%
Black	413	34.7%	64.7%
Hispanic	83	46.4%	53.6%
Other	34	50.0%	50.0%

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 1,021 cases in Schenectady County, 35.4% are dismissed, 64.3% 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 Schenectady County is 35.4%, based on 1,021 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 Schenectady County takes 5.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

54.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 20.3% have bail set, and 1.2% 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 Schenectady County is 64.3%, based on 1,021 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.

48.7% of Petit Larceny cases in Schenectady County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Schenectady County has a 35.4% 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 Schenectady County, 19.8% receive a jail sentence, 1.5% receive probation. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 1,021 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Schenectady County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com