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

The average case takes 6.0 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 Tompkins County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 69.1% dismissal rate (721 cases). B Misdemeanor: 100.0% dismissal rate (7 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in Tompkins County, NY — 69.2% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 69.2%, based on 728 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 Tompkins County?

49.0% of Petit Larceny cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Petit larceny cases in Tompkins County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average. Nearly 70 percent of cases end in dismissal compared to 35 percent statewide—a gap of 35 percentage points that makes Tompkins County an outlier in how this charge is handled. Of the 728 cases tracked, convictions occurred in only 31 percent of cases, with zero acquittals recorded. The dismissal trend has moved upward over the past six years, rising from 57 percent in 2019 to nearly 60 percent in 2024, suggesting the county's approach to petit larceny prosecutions has become more dismissal-oriented over time.

Half of all cases see charges reduced rather than prosecuted as originally filed. Disorderly conduct is the dominant reduction target, accounting for 91 percent of all charge reductions. Most defendants are released before trial without bail, with 45 percent getting released on their own recognizance and another 15 percent having bail set. Among those convicted, probation is the most common sentence at 14 percent, followed by jail time at 9.5 percent. Cases move relatively slowly through the system, with a median of 181 days to final disposition.

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

69.2%

Dismissal Rate

30.8%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

69.2%

30.8%

Dismissed 69.2% Convicted 30.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 728 public court records, Tompkins County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	721	69.1%	30.9%
B Misdemeanor	7	100.0%	0.0%

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 Tompkins County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	108	56.6%	43.4%
2020	105	76.6%	23.4%
2021	124	91.0%	9.0%
2022	119	68.3%	31.7%
2023	119	63.8%	36.2%
2024	138	59.7%	40.3%

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 Tompkins County are handled at arraignment.

44.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.7%

Bail Set

0.7%

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

49.0% of Petit Larceny cases
in Tompkins County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

62 cases (88.6%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

5 cases (7.1%)

Petit Larceny Theft of Services

1 cases (1.4%)

Petit Larceny Other

1 cases (1.4%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

1 cases (1.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

9.5%

Jail

14.3%

Probation

12.9%

Fine Only

8.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	414	66.3%	33.7%
Black	259	70.9%	29.1%
Hispanic	39	85.2%	14.8%

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 728 cases in Tompkins County, 69.2% are dismissed, 30.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Tompkins County is 69.2%, based on 728 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 Tompkins County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

44.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.7% have bail set, and 0.7% 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 Tompkins County is 30.8%, based on 728 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.

49.0% of Petit Larceny cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Tompkins County has a 69.2% 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 Tompkins County, 9.5% receive a jail sentence, 14.3% 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: 69.1% dismissal rate, 30.9% conviction rate (721 cases). B Misdemeanor: 100.0% dismissal rate, 0.0% conviction rate (7 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. 728 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Tompkins County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com