How long does a Petit Larceny case take in St. Lawrence County?

The average case takes 4.9 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 St. Lawrence County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 34.3% dismissal rate (538 cases). B Misdemeanor: 60.0% dismissal rate (9 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in St. Lawrence County, NY — 34.7% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in St. Lawrence County?

The dismissal rate is 34.7%, based on 547 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 St. Lawrence County?

56.6% of Petit Larceny cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In St. Lawrence County, petit larceny cases result in conviction about two-thirds of the time, matching the statewide dismissal rate of 34.5 percent almost exactly. Over the past six years, however, dismissals have declined noticeably—dropping from 41.4 percent in 2019 to 31.2 percent in 2024. This downward trend suggests prosecutors are securing convictions more consistently now than in prior years. With 547 cases handled in the county, the data shows petit larceny is treated as a relatively routine charge, resolved at a median of 146 days from filing to outcome.

Most petit larceny defendants in St. Lawrence County are released before trial without bail, with 57.2 percent getting released on their own recognizance. When convicted, defendants face fines in the majority of cases (60.2 percent), while jail sentences occur in under 10 percent. Notably, 56.6 percent of charges are reduced before conviction, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 96 percent of those reductions. This pattern indicates prosecutors frequently negotiate down petit larceny charges rather than pursuing them to conviction at trial.

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

34.7%

Dismissal Rate

65.3%

Conviction Rate

4.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

34.7%

65.3%

Dismissed 34.7% Convicted 65.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 547 public court records, St. Lawrence County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	538	34.3%	65.7%
B Misdemeanor	9	60.0%	40.0%

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 St. Lawrence County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	36	41.4%	58.6%
2020	58	48.6%	51.4%
2021	36	31.6%	68.4%
2022	41	26.1%	73.9%
2023	163	33.7%	66.3%
2024	211	31.2%	68.8%

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 St. Lawrence County are handled at arraignment.

57.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.0%

Bail Set

1.3%

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

56.6% of Petit Larceny cases
in St. Lawrence County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

123 cases (96.1%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

4 cases (3.1%)

Petit Larceny Traffic Offense

1 cases (0.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Petit Larceny convictions in St. Lawrence County.

9.3%

Jail

4.9%

Probation

60.2%

Fine Only

4.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	523	33.7%	66.3%
Black	11	40.0%	60.0%

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 547 cases in St. Lawrence County, 34.7% are dismissed, 65.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in St. Lawrence County is 34.7%, based on 547 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 St. Lawrence County takes 4.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

57.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.0% have bail set, and 1.3% 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 St. Lawrence County is 65.3%, based on 547 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.

56.6% of Petit Larceny cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

St. Lawrence County has a 34.7% 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 St. Lawrence County, 9.3% receive a jail sentence, 4.9% 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: 34.3% dismissal rate, 65.7% conviction rate (538 cases). B Misdemeanor: 60.0% dismissal rate, 40.0% 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. 547 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in St. Lawrence County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com