What is the dismissal rate for Robbery in Onondaga County?

The dismissal rate is 27.7%, based on 639 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Robbery case take in Onondaga County?

The average case takes 9.8 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 Robbery in Onondaga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. B Felony: 17.0% dismissal rate (273 cases). D Felony: 39.4% dismissal rate (184 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Robbery in Onondaga County, NY — 27.7% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Robbery in Onondaga County?

The conviction rate for Robbery in Onondaga County is 69.6%, based on 639 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Robbery charges reduced in Onondaga County?

48.3% of Robbery cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Q: How does Onondaga County compare to other counties for Robbery?

Onondaga County has a 27.7% dismissal rate for Robbery. Visit the Robbery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Robbery cases in Onondaga County result in conviction 69.6 percent of the time, which tracks closely with statewide patterns despite a notably higher dismissal rate locally. At 27.7 percent, dismissals in Onondaga County run 6.2 percentage points above the statewide average of 21.5 percent. This gap suggests the county's prosecutors or courts handle robbery cases with somewhat more scrutiny before trial. The trend is clear: dismissal rates have climbed significantly from 24.3 percent in 2019 to 39.3 percent in 2024, indicating that a growing share of robbery charges do not result in conviction. The median case takes 293 days from filing to final outcome.

Nearly half of all robbery charges—48.3 percent—get reduced to a lesser offense before conviction. Petit larceny is by far the most common destination, accounting for 68.5 percent of all reductions. Among defendants not released on their own recognizance, bail gets set in about half of cases with a median amount of $10,000, while one in four face remand without bail. Those convicted split between prison sentences (50.6 percent) and jail time (13.7 percent), with a smaller proportion receiving probation alone (12.5 percent).

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

27.7%

Dismissal Rate

69.6%

Conviction Rate

9.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

27.7%

69.6%

Dismissed 27.7% Convicted 69.6% Acquitted 0.4% YO Adjudication 2.2%

Source: 639 public court records, Onondaga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Robbery in Onondaga County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
B Felony	273	17.0%	78.2%
D Felony	184	39.4%	60.6%
C Felony	163	28.6%	69.2%
E Felony	19	61.5%	38.5%

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 Robbery outcomes in Onondaga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	89	24.3%	72.9%
2020	86	16.7%	81.9%
2021	102	23.2%	73.2%
2022	119	23.7%	72.0%
2023	165	37.2%	62.8%
2024	78	39.3%	55.4%

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 Robbery in Onondaga County are handled at arraignment.

7.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

51.9%

Bail Set

23.9%

Remanded

$10,000

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

48.3% of Robbery cases
in Onondaga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Robbery Petit Larceny

74 cases (56.1%)

Robbery Weapons Offense

18 cases (13.6%)

Robbery Disorderly Conduct

16 cases (12.1%)

Robbery Assault

15 cases (11.4%)

Robbery Harassment

9 cases (6.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Robbery convictions in Onondaga County.

13.7%

Jail

12.5%

Probation

50.6%

State Prison

0.6%

Fine Only

5.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	466	30.0%	66.6%
White	130	18.1%	81.0%
Hispanic	31	41.4%	58.6%

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 639 cases in Onondaga County, 27.7% are dismissed, 69.6% result in conviction, and 0.4% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Robbery in Onondaga County is 27.7%, based on 639 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Robbery case in Onondaga County takes 9.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

7.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 51.9% have bail set, and 23.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $10,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Robbery in Onondaga County is 69.6%, based on 639 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.

48.3% of Robbery cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Onondaga County has a 27.7% dismissal rate for Robbery cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Robbery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Robbery in Onondaga County, 13.7% receive a jail sentence, 12.5% receive probation, and 50.6% 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. B Felony: 17.0% dismissal rate, 78.2% conviction rate (273 cases). D Felony: 39.4% dismissal rate, 60.6% conviction rate (184 cases). C Felony: 28.6% dismissal rate, 69.2% conviction rate (163 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. 639 cases analyzed for Robbery in Onondaga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com