How long does a Theft of Services case take in Cortland County?

The average case takes 10.0 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 Theft of Services in Cortland County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 5.3% dismissal rate (26 cases). A Misdemeanor: 42.9% dismissal rate (25 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Cortland County, NY — 18.8% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Cortland County?

The dismissal rate is 18.8%, based on 71 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Theft of Services charges reduced in Cortland County?

40.5% of Theft of Services cases in Cortland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Theft of Services prosecutions in Cortland County have become significantly harder to dismiss than they are statewide. The county's 18.8% dismissal rate runs 13.1 percentage points below the statewide average of 31.9%, while the conviction rate stands at 77.1%. This disparity has sharpened over the past five years: dismissals dropped from 45.5% in 2019 to 0% in the most recent year, indicating a marked shift toward prosecution success in this county. The lack of any acquittals across 71 cases suggests that cases reaching trial in Cortland County tend to result in conviction.

Pretrial conditions reflect mixed outcomes for defendants. Nearly 30% are remanded without bail, while 43% are released on their own recognizance and 17% face bail set at a median of $37,500. Notably, 40.5% of cases are reduced to lesser charges before disposition, primarily to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property (71.4% of reductions). When convictions occur, jail time is the most common sentence at 29.7% of cases, followed by prison sentences at 21.6%. The median time to case resolution is 299 days, extending well beyond a year for many defendants.

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

18.8%

Dismissal Rate

77.1%

Conviction Rate

10.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

18.8%

77.1%

Dismissed 18.8% Convicted 77.1% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 4.2%

Source: 71 public court records, Cortland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Theft of Services in Cortland County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	26	5.3%	89.5%
A Misdemeanor	25	42.9%	50.0%
D Felony	20	13.3%	86.7%

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 Theft of Services outcomes in Cortland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	16	45.5%	45.5%
2020	6	0.0%	100.0%
2021	11	37.5%	62.5%
2022	19	8.3%	91.7%
2023	13	0.0%	91.7%
2024	6	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 Theft of Services in Cortland County are handled at arraignment.

43.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.9%

Bail Set

29.2%

Remanded

$37

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

40.5% of Theft of Services cases
in Cortland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Theft of Services Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

10 cases (66.7%)

Theft of Services Petit Larceny

3 cases (20.0%)

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (6.7%)

Theft of Services DWI / DUI

1 cases (6.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Theft of Services convictions in Cortland County.

29.7%

Jail

13.5%

Probation

21.6%

State Prison

8.1%

Fine Only

13.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	55	13.9%	80.6%
Black	11	37.5%	62.5%

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 71 cases in Cortland County, 18.8% are dismissed, 77.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Cortland County is 18.8%, based on 71 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Theft of Services case in Cortland County takes 10.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

43.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.9% have bail set, and 29.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $37. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Theft of Services in Cortland County is 77.1%, based on 71 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.

40.5% of Theft of Services cases in Cortland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Cortland County has a 18.8% dismissal rate for Theft of Services cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Theft of Services overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Theft of Services in Cortland County, 29.7% receive a jail sentence, 13.5% receive probation, and 21.6% 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. E Felony: 5.3% dismissal rate, 89.5% conviction rate (26 cases). A Misdemeanor: 42.9% dismissal rate, 50.0% conviction rate (25 cases). D Felony: 13.3% dismissal rate, 86.7% conviction rate (20 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. 71 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Cortland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com