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

The average case takes 3.1 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 Theft of Services in Fulton County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (32 cases). A Misdemeanor: 31.2% dismissal rate (22 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Fulton County, NY — 13.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 13.6%, based on 60 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 Fulton County?

56.8% of Theft of Services cases in Fulton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Theft of Services cases in Fulton County result in conviction at significantly higher rates than the statewide average. With an 84.1% conviction rate and just 13.6% dismissal rate, Fulton County prosecutes these cases much more aggressively than the state overall, where dismissals occur in 31.9% of cases. The gap is substantial—18.3 percentage points below state average. This trend has worsened over time; dismissal rates dropped from 30% in 2019 to 0% by 2024, indicating prosecutors are securing convictions more consistently in recent years.

Charge reductions are common but often mean pleading to related crimes rather than case dismissal. More than half of defendants (56.8%) see their charges reduced, most frequently to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property (61.1% of reductions). When convictions occur, jail time is the most frequent sentence (32.4%), though many receive time-served credit (21.6%). Most defendants are released pretrial through recognizance (41.4%) or bail averaging $500 (37.9%), with only 6.9% remanded.

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

13.6%

Dismissal Rate

84.1%

Conviction Rate

3.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

13.6%

84.1%

Dismissed 13.6% Convicted 84.1% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.3%

Source: 60 public court records, Fulton County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	32	0.0%	95.7%
A Misdemeanor	22	31.2%	68.8%
D Felony	6	20.0%	80.0%

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

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	14	30.0%	70.0%
2020	10	33.3%	66.7%
2021	10	0.0%	87.5%
2022	7	20.0%	80.0%
2023	11	0.0%	100.0%
2024	8	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 Fulton County are handled at arraignment.

41.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

37.9%

Bail Set

6.9%

Remanded

$500

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

56.8% of Theft of Services cases
in Fulton 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

11 cases (55.0%)

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

5 cases (25.0%)

Theft of Services Petit Larceny

2 cases (10.0%)

Theft of Services Weapons Offense

1 cases (5.0%)

Theft of Services Drug Possession

1 cases (5.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

32.4%

Jail

5.4%

Probation

10.8%

State Prison

13.5%

Fine Only

21.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	45	9.4%	90.6%
Black	11	22.2%	77.8%

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 60 cases in Fulton County, 13.6% are dismissed, 84.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Fulton County is 13.6%, based on 60 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 Fulton County takes 3.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

41.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 37.9% have bail set, and 6.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Theft of Services in Fulton County is 84.1%, based on 60 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.

56.8% of Theft of Services cases in Fulton County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Fulton County has a 13.6% 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 Fulton County, 32.4% receive a jail sentence, 5.4% receive probation, and 10.8% 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: 0.0% dismissal rate, 95.7% conviction rate (32 cases). A Misdemeanor: 31.2% dismissal rate, 68.8% conviction rate (22 cases). D Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate, 80.0% conviction rate (6 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. 60 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Fulton County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com