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

The average case takes 6.8 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 Steuben County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 43.5% dismissal rate (37 cases). E Felony: 18.2% dismissal rate (33 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Steuben County, NY — 30.9% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 30.9%, based on 101 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 Steuben County?

43.5% of Theft of Services cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Theft of Services prosecutions in Steuben County result in conviction in about two-thirds of cases, slightly below the statewide dismissal rate of 31.9 percent. The 30.9 percent local dismissal rate tracks closely with state averages, suggesting this charge is handled with comparable rigor across New York. However, dismissals have declined sharply since 2019, falling from 16.7 percent to 7.7 percent—a significant tightening of outcomes that favors conviction. No acquittals were recorded in the dataset, indicating that cases reaching trial tend to result in guilty verdicts.

Most defendants charged with Theft of Services in Steuben County are released before trial through recognizance (66.2 percent), with a median bail of $50.50 when bail is set. Nearly 44 percent of cases involve charge reductions, most commonly to Disorderly Conduct (46.7 percent of reductions), which may reflect prosecutorial discretion to downgrade borderline cases. Among those convicted, prison time is the most common outcome at 23.9 percent, followed by jail at 19.6 percent. Cases typically resolve within about seven months from filing to disposition.

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

30.9%

Dismissal Rate

67.6%

Conviction Rate

6.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

30.9%

67.6%

Dismissed 30.9% Convicted 67.6% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.5%

Source: 101 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	37	43.5%	56.5%
E Felony	33	18.2%	77.3%
D Felony	30	27.3%	72.7%

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 Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	16.7%	83.3%
2020	19	25.0%	75.0%
2021	8	50.0%	25.0%
2022	26	45.0%	55.0%
2023	17	38.5%	61.5%
2024	22	7.7%	92.3%

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 Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

66.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

12.7%

Bail Set

9.9%

Remanded

$50

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

43.5% of Theft of Services cases
in Steuben County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

7 cases (38.9%)

Theft of Services Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

5 cases (27.8%)

Theft of Services Petit Larceny

3 cases (16.7%)

Theft of Services Other

2 cases (11.1%)

Theft of Services Robbery

1 cases (5.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

19.6%

Jail

10.9%

Probation

23.9%

State Prison

15.2%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	87	30.5%	67.8%

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 101 cases in Steuben County, 30.9% are dismissed, 67.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Steuben County is 30.9%, based on 101 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 Steuben County takes 6.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

66.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 12.7% have bail set, and 9.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $50. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Theft of Services in Steuben County is 67.6%, based on 101 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.

43.5% of Theft of Services cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Steuben County has a 30.9% 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 Steuben County, 19.6% receive a jail sentence, 10.9% receive probation, and 23.9% 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: 43.5% dismissal rate, 56.5% conviction rate (37 cases). E Felony: 18.2% dismissal rate, 77.3% conviction rate (33 cases). D Felony: 27.3% dismissal rate, 72.7% conviction rate (30 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. 101 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com