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

The average case takes 4.5 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 Tompkins County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 30.8% dismissal rate (56 cases). D Felony: 15.4% dismissal rate (20 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Tompkins County, NY — 30.0% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 30.0%, based on 89 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 Tompkins County?

71.4% of Theft of Services cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Theft of Services cases in Tompkins County result in conviction 70 percent of the time, slightly below the statewide dismissal rate of 31.9 percent. The county's 30 percent dismissal rate tracks closely with state patterns, suggesting this charge is handled consistently across the region. However, dismissals have declined over the 2019-2024 period, dropping from 36.4 percent to 30.8 percent, indicating prosecutors are securing more convictions on these charges now than in previous years.

Charge reductions are the dominant feature of these cases: 71.4 percent result in a reduced charge rather than proceeding to trial on the original offense. The vast majority of reductions—over 60 percent—become Criminal Possession of Stolen Property charges, while roughly a third drop to Disorderly Conduct. Among defendants released before trial, 42.5 percent are released on their own recognizance, while bail is set at a median of $500 for those 23 percent who face it. When convictions do occur, sentences are distributed evenly across jail, probation, and prison terms at roughly 12 percent each, though 19 percent receive time-served sentences.

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

30.0%

Dismissal Rate

70.0%

Conviction Rate

4.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

30.0%

70.0%

Dismissed 30.0% Convicted 70.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 89 public court records, Tompkins County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	56	30.8%	69.2%
D Felony	20	15.4%	84.6%
A Misdemeanor	13	50.0%	50.0%

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 Tompkins County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	15	36.4%	63.6%
2020	12	33.3%	66.7%
2021	9	25.0%	75.0%
2022	18	25.0%	75.0%
2023	17	16.7%	83.3%
2024	17	30.8%	69.2%

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 Tompkins County are handled at arraignment.

42.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

23.0%

Bail Set

16.1%

Remanded

$500

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

71.4% of Theft of Services cases
in Tompkins 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

17 cases (56.7%)

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

10 cases (33.3%)

Theft of Services Petit Larceny

1 cases (3.3%)

Theft of Services Other

1 cases (3.3%)

Theft of Services Criminal Trespass

1 cases (3.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

11.9%

Jail

11.9%

Probation

11.9%

State Prison

9.5%

Fine Only

19.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	46	32.3%	67.7%
Black	34	30.0%	70.0%

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 89 cases in Tompkins County, 30.0% are dismissed, 70.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Tompkins County is 30.0%, based on 89 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 Tompkins County takes 4.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 23.0% have bail set, and 16.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Theft of Services in Tompkins County is 70.0%, based on 89 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.

71.4% of Theft of Services cases in Tompkins County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Tompkins County has a 30.0% 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 Tompkins County, 11.9% receive a jail sentence, 11.9% receive probation, and 11.9% 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. E Felony: 30.8% dismissal rate, 69.2% conviction rate (56 cases). D Felony: 15.4% dismissal rate, 84.6% conviction rate (20 cases). A Misdemeanor: 50.0% dismissal rate, 50.0% 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. 89 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Tompkins County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com