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

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 74.3% dismissal rate (3149 cases). E Felony: 48.6% dismissal rate (1087 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Queens County, NY — 63.5% Dismissed

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

Based on 5425 cases in Queens County, 63.5% are dismissed, 36.3% 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 Queens County?

The dismissal rate is 63.5%, based on 5425 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 Queens County?

85.3% of Theft of Services cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Theft of Services cases in Queens County are dismissed at dramatically higher rates than the statewide average, with 63.5% of cases ending in dismissal compared to 31.9% statewide—a 31.6 percentage point difference. This substantial gap suggests that prosecutors in Queens handle these charges more leniently or that cases are weaker overall in this county. The conviction rate of 36.3% reflects this pattern, and notably, there have been no acquittals recorded, indicating that cases reaching trial are rare. The dismissal trend is moving upward, rising from 55.2% in 2019 to 67.3% in 2024, showing increasing skepticism toward these charges over time.

Charge reductions are remarkably common, occurring in 85.3% of cases, with nearly 90% reduced down to Disorderly Conduct. Most defendants are released before trial without bail, with 34.3% released on recognizance. When convictions do occur, jail time is imposed in only 10.2% of cases, while fines are issued in 11.8% and time-served resolutions account for 18.9%. The median bail when set is $1,000, and the typical case takes six months to resolve.

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

63.5%

Dismissal Rate

36.3%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

63.5%

36.3%

Dismissed 63.5% Convicted 36.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 5,425 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	3,149	74.3%	25.7%
E Felony	1,087	48.6%	50.4%
D Felony	730	41.4%	57.9%
B Misdemeanor	336	65.7%	34.3%
C Felony	116	37.4%	62.6%
B Felony	7	28.6%	71.4%

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 Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	993	55.2%	44.2%
2020	433	64.0%	35.3%
2021	447	66.6%	33.0%
2022	600	61.2%	38.4%
2023	980	61.8%	38.0%
2024	1,828	67.3%	32.7%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

34.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

7.6%

Bail Set

0.2%

Remanded

$1,000

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

85.3% of Theft of Services cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

1,367 cases (86.1%)

Theft of Services Traffic Offense

77 cases (4.9%)

Theft of Services Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

77 cases (4.9%)

Theft of Services Petit Larceny

48 cases (3.0%)

Theft of Services Drug Possession

18 cases (1.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

10.2%

Jail

1.3%

Probation

1.5%

State Prison

11.8%

Fine Only

18.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	2,434	61.5%	38.1%
Hispanic	1,991	68.0%	31.8%
Asian	518	59.0%	40.8%
White	433	58.3%	41.7%
Native American	18	77.8%	22.2%

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 5,425 cases in Queens County, 63.5% are dismissed, 36.3% 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 Queens County is 63.5%, based on 5,425 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 Queens County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

34.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 7.6% have bail set, and 0.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Theft of Services in Queens County is 36.3%, based on 5,425 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.

85.3% of Theft of Services cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Queens County has a 63.5% 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 Queens County, 10.2% receive a jail sentence, 1.3% receive probation, and 1.5% 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: 74.3% dismissal rate, 25.7% conviction rate (3,149 cases). E Felony: 48.6% dismissal rate, 50.4% conviction rate (1,087 cases). D Felony: 41.4% dismissal rate, 57.9% conviction rate (730 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. 5,425 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com