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

The average case takes 6.1 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 Westchester County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 28.7% dismissal rate (4120 cases). B Misdemeanor: 23.8% dismissal rate (76 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Petit Larceny in Westchester County, NY — 28.6% Dismissed

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

Based on 4196 cases in Westchester County, 28.6% are dismissed, 71.1% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 28.6%, based on 4196 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 Westchester County?

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

Petit larceny cases in Westchester County result in conviction about 71 percent of the time, a rate slightly higher than the statewide average. The county's dismissal rate of 28.6 percent runs about 6 percentage points below the statewide average of 34.5 percent, suggesting prosecutors in Westchester pursue these cases more aggressively or that judges grant fewer dismissals at the pretrial stage. Over the past five years, dismissals have trended downward from 27.6 percent to 25.3 percent, indicating the conviction rate has strengthened. Cases typically resolve in about six months.

Most defendants charged with petit larceny are released pretrial without bail—over 61 percent receive release on their own recognizance. When bail is set, the median amount is $200. Nearly half of all cases see the charge reduced, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 98 percent of those reductions. Among convicted defendants, jail time is the most common sentence at nearly 20 percent, while fines occur in about 12 percent of cases. Only a small fraction receive prison sentences or probation alone.

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

28.6%

Dismissal Rate

71.1%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

28.6%

71.1%

Dismissed 28.6% Convicted 71.1% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 4,196 public court records, Westchester County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	4,120	28.7%	71.0%
B Misdemeanor	76	23.8%	76.2%

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 Westchester County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	744	27.6%	71.1%
2020	665	30.8%	69.2%
2021	423	40.6%	59.4%
2022	455	30.4%	69.6%
2023	922	26.4%	73.6%
2024	946	25.3%	74.7%

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 Westchester County are handled at arraignment.

61.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

18.7%

Bail Set

0.5%

Remanded

$200

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 Westchester County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Petit Larceny Disorderly Conduct

1,037 cases (96.8%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Trespass

11 cases (1.0%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

9 cases (0.8%)

Petit Larceny Harassment

7 cases (0.7%)

Petit Larceny Criminal Contempt

7 cases (0.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

19.9%

Jail

4.1%

Probation

0.1%

State Prison

12.4%

Fine Only

12.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	2,247	23.1%	76.4%
Hispanic	1,133	34.9%	65.0%
White	733	31.7%	68.3%
Other	25	40.9%	59.1%
Asian	19	52.9%	47.1%

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 4,196 cases in Westchester County, 28.6% are dismissed, 71.1% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Petit Larceny in Westchester County is 28.6%, based on 4,196 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 Westchester County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

61.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 18.7% have bail set, and 0.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $200. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Petit Larceny in Westchester County is 71.1%, based on 4,196 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 Westchester County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Westchester County has a 28.6% 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 Westchester County, 19.9% receive a jail sentence, 4.1% receive probation, and 0.1% 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: 28.7% dismissal rate, 71.0% conviction rate (4,120 cases). B Misdemeanor: 23.8% dismissal rate, 76.2% conviction rate (76 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. 4,196 cases analyzed for Petit Larceny in Westchester County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com