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

The average case takes 6.6 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 Suffolk County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 47.9% dismissal rate (11139 cases). B Misdemeanor: 32.4% dismissal rate (52 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in Suffolk County, NY — 47.9% Dismissed

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

Based on 11191 cases in Suffolk County, 47.9% are dismissed, 52.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.6 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 47.9%, based on 11191 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Suffolk County?

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Suffolk County is 52.0%, based on 11191 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Petit Larceny charges reduced in Suffolk County?

53.1% of Petit Larceny cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Suffolk County compare to other counties for Petit Larceny?

Suffolk County has a 47.9% dismissal rate for Petit Larceny. Visit the Petit Larceny overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Petit larceny cases in Suffolk County are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average, with 47.9% of cases dismissed compared to 34.5% statewide—a gap of 13.4 percentage points. This means Suffolk County prosecutors and courts treat petit larceny more leniently than their counterparts across the state. However, this advantage has eroded over time. Dismissal rates have declined from 48.1% in 2019 to 40.6% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors are pursuing these cases more aggressively in recent years. The conviction rate remains stable at 52%, indicating that when cases proceed, defendants are convicted roughly half the time.

Charge reduction is the dominant outcome in Suffolk County petit larceny cases, occurring in over half of all cases. Nearly all reductions drop the charge to disorderly conduct rather than other misdemeanors, which substantially lowers potential penalties. Most defendants are released before trial on their own recognizance without bail, and those who do have bail set face a median amount of just $1. Among convicted defendants, jail time is the most common sentence at 21.2%, while prison sentences are nearly nonexistent at 0.2%.

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

47.9%

Dismissal Rate

52.0%

Conviction Rate

6.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

47.9%

52.0%

Dismissed 47.9% Convicted 52.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 11,191 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	11,139	47.9%	52.0%
B Misdemeanor	52	32.4%	67.6%

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 Suffolk County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	2,414	48.1%	51.7%
2020	1,341	53.3%	46.7%
2021	918	58.7%	41.1%
2022	1,225	51.0%	48.9%
2023	2,525	45.7%	54.2%
2024	2,228	40.6%	59.4%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

80.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

13.5%

Bail Set

0.1%

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

53.1% of Petit Larceny cases
in Suffolk County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

2,204 cases (98.8%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

8 cases (0.4%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

8 cases (0.4%)

Petit Larceny Theft of Services

6 cases (0.3%)

Petit Larceny Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

5 cases (0.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

21.2%

Jail

3.6%

Probation

0.2%

State Prison

15.9%

Fine Only

5.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	5,354	47.6%	52.4%
Black	3,059	38.2%	61.6%
Hispanic	2,416	55.5%	44.4%
Asian	159	78.5%	21.5%
Other	128	63.8%	36.2%
Native American	25	68.2%	31.8%

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 11,191 cases in Suffolk County, 47.9% are dismissed, 52.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Suffolk County is 47.9%, based on 11,191 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 Suffolk County takes 6.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

80.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 13.5% have bail set, and 0.1% 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 Suffolk County is 52.0%, based on 11,191 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.

53.1% of Petit Larceny cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Suffolk County has a 47.9% 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 Suffolk County, 21.2% receive a jail sentence, 3.6% receive probation, and 0.2% 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: 47.9% dismissal rate, 52.0% conviction rate (11,139 cases). B Misdemeanor: 32.4% dismissal rate, 67.6% conviction rate (52 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. 11,191 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com