Robbery in Wayne County
40 cases · Wayne County Courts · DCJS Data
Robbery charges in Wayne County result in conviction in nearly 92 percent of cases, far exceeding the statewide average conviction rate. The dismissal rate of 2.7 percent trails the statewide average by nearly 19 percentage points, suggesting that robbery cases in this county are prosecuted more aggressively and reach trial with stronger evidence. No defendants charged with robbery in Wayne County were acquitted during this period, indicating that cases proceeding to trial typically result in conviction. The median time from charge to disposition is about six months.
Nearly a third of robbery defendants are remanded without bail, while 27 percent receive bail and 20 percent are released on their own recognizance. When convictions occur, 62 percent of defendants receive prison sentences, with jail sentences accounting for another 18 percent. However, 38 percent of robbery cases are reduced to lesser charges before disposition, primarily to petit larceny, grand larceny, or assault in equal proportions. This suggests that while initial charges are serious, prosecutors sometimes downgrade cases during the pretrial process, though most convicted defendants ultimately serve custodial time.
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: 40 public court records, Wayne County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Robbery in Wayne County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Felony | 18 | 0.0% | 94.1% |
| C Felony | 13 | 9.1% | 81.8% |
| D Felony | 8 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
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 Robbery outcomes in Wayne County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2022 | 7 | 0.0% | 83.3% |
| 2023 | 10 | 10.0% | 80.0% |
| 2024 | 13 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
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 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 Robbery convictions in Wayne County.
38.2% of Robbery 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 Robbery 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 | 23 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Black | 13 | 8.3% | 83.3% |
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. 40 cases analyzed for Robbery in Wayne County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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