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

The average case takes 6.0 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 Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 82.1% dismissal rate (6709 cases). E Felony: 74.4% dismissal rate (1421 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Kings County, NY — 80.0% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Theft of Services in Kings County?

Based on 9522 cases in Kings County, 80.0% are dismissed, 20.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 80.0%, based on 9522 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 Kings County?

96.1% of Theft of Services cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Theft of Services cases in Kings County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average, with 80 percent of cases ending in dismissal compared to just 32 percent statewide—a 48-point gap. This pattern has strengthened over the past six years, rising from 63.7 percent dismissals in 2019 to 78.5 percent in 2024. The data suggests prosecutors in Kings County approach these charges skeptically, moving toward dismissal rather than conviction. Only 20 percent of cases result in convictions, and no acquittals are recorded in this dataset, indicating most cases resolve before trial.

Charge reductions are nearly universal in Kings County, occurring in 96.1 percent of cases. The overwhelming majority of these reductions—89.9 percent—drop to Disorderly Conduct, a significantly less serious charge. Defendants released pretrial without bail conditions account for 30.9 percent, while only 3.1 percent face bail and virtually none are held without release. Among the small percentage convicted, most receive time-served sentences (73.9 percent), with fines appearing in 5.5 percent of convictions. Incarceration sentences to jail or prison are uncommon, occurring in 4.5 percent combined.

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

80.0%

Dismissal Rate

20.0%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

80.0%

20.0%

Dismissed 80.0% Convicted 20.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 9,522 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	6,709	82.1%	17.9%
E Felony	1,421	74.4%	25.5%
D Felony	882	73.8%	25.9%
B Misdemeanor	357	80.7%	19.3%
C Felony	146	71.6%	28.4%
B Felony	7	33.3%	66.7%

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 Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	1,089	63.7%	36.3%
2020	440	77.2%	22.8%
2021	572	85.5%	14.5%
2022	1,162	86.0%	13.9%
2023	2,317	84.3%	15.7%
2024	3,675	78.5%	21.5%

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 Kings County are handled at arraignment.

30.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

3.1%

Bail Set

0.1%

Remanded

$1

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

96.1% of Theft of Services cases
in Kings County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

1,494 cases (86.6%)

Theft of Services Traffic Offense

121 cases (7.0%)

Theft of Services Petit Larceny

46 cases (2.7%)

Theft of Services Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

44 cases (2.6%)

Theft of Services Other

20 cases (1.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

3.8%

Jail

0.6%

Probation

0.7%

State Prison

5.5%

Fine Only

73.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	6,212	79.7%	20.3%
Hispanic	2,140	81.9%	18.0%
White	899	74.9%	25.1%
Asian	221	87.4%	12.6%
Native American	11	100.0%	0.0%

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 9,522 cases in Kings County, 80.0% are dismissed, 20.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Kings County is 80.0%, based on 9,522 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 Kings County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

30.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 3.1% have bail set, and 0.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Theft of Services in Kings County is 20.0%, based on 9,522 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.

96.1% of Theft of Services cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Kings County has a 80.0% 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 Kings County, 3.8% receive a jail sentence, 0.6% receive probation, and 0.7% 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: 82.1% dismissal rate, 17.9% conviction rate (6,709 cases). E Felony: 74.4% dismissal rate, 25.5% conviction rate (1,421 cases). D Felony: 73.8% dismissal rate, 25.9% conviction rate (882 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. 9,522 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com