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

The average case takes 8.0 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 Madison County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 4.0% dismissal rate (44 cases). A Misdemeanor: 33.3% dismissal rate (25 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Madison County, NY — 8.3% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 8.3%, based on 77 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 Madison County?

48.5% of Theft of Services cases in Madison County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Theft of Services cases in Madison County result in conviction far more often than statewide norms suggest. With a 91.7% conviction rate compared to a statewide dismissal rate of 31.9%, Madison County prosecutors secure convictions in these cases at notably high rates. Defendants charged with Theft of Services face dismissal in only 8.3% of cases—roughly 24 percentage points below the state average. No defendants were acquitted during the study period, and the trend has moved toward even fewer dismissals since 2019, indicating this charge category functions as a reliable prosecution outcome in the county.

Nearly half of Theft of Services charges get reduced to a lesser offense, most commonly Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, which occurs in roughly two-thirds of all reductions. Most defendants—75.7%—secure release on their own recognizance before trial, though the process takes a median of eight months to resolve. When convicted, the outcomes are distributed across multiple sanction types: fines are most common at 24.2%, followed by jail sentences at 18.2%, with probation imposed less frequently at 6.1%.

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

8.3%

Dismissal Rate

91.7%

Conviction Rate

8.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

91.7%

Dismissed 8.3% Convicted 91.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 77 public court records, Madison County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	44	4.0%	96.0%
A Misdemeanor	25	33.3%	66.7%
D Felony	6	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 Theft of Services outcomes in Madison County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	6	0.0%	100.0%
2020	18	33.3%	66.7%
2021	12	0.0%	100.0%
2022	15	0.0%	100.0%
2023	17	14.3%	85.7%
2024	9	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 Madison County are handled at arraignment.

75.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

7.1%

Bail Set

11.4%

Remanded

$100

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

48.5% of Theft of Services cases
in Madison 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 (62.5%)

Theft of Services Criminal Trespass

4 cases (25.0%)

Theft of Services Drug Possession

1 cases (6.2%)

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (6.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

18.2%

Jail

6.1%

Probation

12.1%

State Prison

24.2%

Fine Only

15.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	73	9.1%	90.9%

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 77 cases in Madison County, 8.3% are dismissed, 91.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Madison County is 8.3%, based on 77 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 Madison County takes 8.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

75.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 7.1% have bail set, and 11.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $100. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Theft of Services in Madison County is 91.7%, based on 77 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.

48.5% of Theft of Services cases in Madison County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Madison County has a 8.3% 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 Madison County, 18.2% receive a jail sentence, 6.1% receive probation, and 12.1% 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: 4.0% dismissal rate, 96.0% conviction rate (44 cases). A Misdemeanor: 33.3% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (25 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% 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. 77 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Madison County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com