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

The average case takes 8.9 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 Ontario County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 14.0% dismissal rate (50 cases). A Misdemeanor: 38.9% dismissal rate (19 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Ontario County, NY — 21.9% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 21.9%, based on 82 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 Ontario County?

52.6% of Theft of Services cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Theft of Services cases in Ontario County result in conviction in 78.1 percent of prosecutions, well above the statewide dismissal rate of 31.9 percent. Ontario County's dismissal rate sits at 21.9 percent—10 percentage points lower than the state average—indicating prosecutors in this county pursue these charges more aggressively or that defense challenges succeed less often. However, dismissals have been trending upward since 2019, when they occurred in only 16.7 percent of cases, reaching 33.3 percent by 2024. No defendants have been acquitted in the 82 cases tracked, suggesting most resolutions occur through plea agreements or dismissals rather than trial verdicts.

Charge reductions occur in more than half of cases, with over 46 percent reduced to Disorderly Conduct and 42.3 percent to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. Among those convicted, sentences are distributed across multiple sanctions: 26.3 percent receive prison time, 21.1 percent probation, and 14 percent jail. Most defendants are released pretrial on their own recognizance, though median bail when set reaches $385. Cases move relatively slowly, with a median of 266 days to resolution.

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

21.9%

Dismissal Rate

78.1%

Conviction Rate

8.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

21.9%

78.1%

Dismissed 21.9% Convicted 78.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 82 public court records, Ontario County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	50	14.0%	86.0%
A Misdemeanor	19	38.9%	61.1%
D Felony	13	25.0%	75.0%

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 Ontario County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	6	16.7%	83.3%
2020	8	28.6%	71.4%
2021	16	12.5%	87.5%
2022	14	28.6%	71.4%
2023	27	19.0%	81.0%
2024	11	33.3%	66.7%

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 Ontario County are handled at arraignment.

62.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.6%

Bail Set

13.8%

Remanded

$385

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

52.6% of Theft of Services cases
in Ontario County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

12 cases (41.4%)

Theft of Services Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

11 cases (37.9%)

Theft of Services Grand Larceny

3 cases (10.3%)

Theft of Services Petit Larceny

2 cases (6.9%)

Theft of Services Identity Theft

1 cases (3.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

14.0%

Jail

21.1%

Probation

26.3%

State Prison

5.3%

Fine Only

7.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	42	30.6%	69.4%
Black	31	13.8%	86.2%

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 82 cases in Ontario County, 21.9% are dismissed, 78.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Ontario County is 21.9%, based on 82 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 Ontario County takes 8.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

62.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.6% have bail set, and 13.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $385. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Theft of Services in Ontario County is 78.1%, based on 82 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.

52.6% of Theft of Services cases in Ontario County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Ontario County has a 21.9% 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 Ontario County, 14.0% receive a jail sentence, 21.1% receive probation, and 26.3% 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: 14.0% dismissal rate, 86.0% conviction rate (50 cases). A Misdemeanor: 38.9% dismissal rate, 61.1% conviction rate (19 cases). D Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (13 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. 82 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Ontario County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com