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

The average case takes 6.7 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 Oswego County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 27.5% dismissal rate (83 cases). E Felony: 7.5% dismissal rate (75 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Oswego County, NY — 15.7% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 15.7%, based on 183 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 Oswego County?

71.6% of Theft of Services cases in Oswego County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Theft of Services prosecutions in Oswego County result in conviction far more often than statewide. The county's 84.3% conviction rate sits substantially above the state average, with dismissals occurring in just 15.7% of cases compared to 31.9% statewide—a significant 16.2 percentage point gap. No acquittals were recorded across 183 cases from 2019 through 2024. This pattern suggests the county pursues these charges aggressively and secures guilty outcomes at higher rates. However, dismissal rates have trended sharply upward over the study period, climbing from 9.5% in the first year to 50% by 2024, indicating a substantial shift in how cases are being resolved.

Most defendants charged with Theft of Services in Oswego County avoid jail at disposition. Nearly 72% of charges are reduced before trial, predominantly to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property (63.1% of reductions). When convictions do occur, sentences tend toward probation, time served, or fines rather than incarceration—only 21.6% received jail time and 10.8% received prison sentences. The median bail was $100 when set, and 61.2% of defendants were released on their own recognizance before trial, meaning most were not held pretrial while awaiting 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

15.7%

Dismissal Rate

84.3%

Conviction Rate

6.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

15.7%

84.3%

Dismissed 15.7% Convicted 84.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 183 public court records, Oswego County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	83	27.5%	72.5%
E Felony	75	7.5%	92.5%
D Felony	24	5.9%	94.1%

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 Oswego County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	29	9.5%	90.5%
2020	26	6.7%	93.3%
2021	32	22.7%	77.3%
2022	32	5.3%	94.7%
2023	43	16.1%	83.9%
2024	18	50.0%	50.0%

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 Oswego County are handled at arraignment.

61.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.9%

Bail Set

9.6%

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

71.6% of Theft of Services cases
in Oswego 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

41 cases (58.6%)

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

16 cases (22.9%)

Theft of Services Petit Larceny

8 cases (11.4%)

Theft of Services Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

3 cases (4.3%)

Theft of Services DWI / DUI

2 cases (2.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

21.6%

Jail

16.7%

Probation

10.8%

State Prison

12.7%

Fine Only

19.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	157	17.0%	83.0%
Hispanic	16	11.1%	88.9%

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 183 cases in Oswego County, 15.7% are dismissed, 84.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Oswego County is 15.7%, based on 183 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 Oswego County takes 6.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

61.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.9% have bail set, and 9.6% 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 Oswego County is 84.3%, based on 183 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.

71.6% of Theft of Services cases in Oswego County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Oswego County has a 15.7% 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 Oswego County, 21.6% receive a jail sentence, 16.7% 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. A Misdemeanor: 27.5% dismissal rate, 72.5% conviction rate (83 cases). E Felony: 7.5% dismissal rate, 92.5% conviction rate (75 cases). D Felony: 5.9% dismissal rate, 94.1% conviction rate (24 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. 183 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Oswego County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com