Petit Larceny in Wayne County
232 cases · Wayne County Courts · DCJS Data
In Wayne County, petit larceny cases result in conviction 63.2 percent of the time, slightly higher than the statewide average of 65.5 percent, indicating fairly typical prosecution outcomes for this charge. The county's dismissal rate of 36.8 percent runs 2.3 percentage points above the statewide average, suggesting prosecutors or courts in Wayne County are somewhat more inclined to drop these cases. Over the past two years, dismissal rates have remained stable, edging up slightly from 36.4 percent to 36.9 percent.
Charge reduction is the most significant factor shaping outcomes: nearly 45 percent of petit larceny cases are reduced to lesser charges before trial, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 94 percent of reduction cases. Among those convicted, fines are the most common consequence at 45.1 percent, while jail sentences apply to just 12.3 percent. Most defendants—62.1 percent—are released on their own recognizance before trial, and when bail is set, the median amount is $100. The median time from arrest to case resolution is approximately six months.
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 232 public court records, Wayne County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Petit Larceny outcomes in Wayne County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 110 | 36.4% | 63.6% |
| 2024 | 119 | 36.9% | 63.1% |
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 Wayne County are handled at arraignment.
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
in Wayne County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Petit Larceny convictions in Wayne County.
44.3% of Petit Larceny cases in Wayne County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
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Case outcome rates by race for Petit Larceny in Wayne County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 172 | 37.7% | 62.3% |
| Black | 41 | 31.6% | 68.4% |
| Hispanic | 17 | 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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 232 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Wayne County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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