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

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 10.0% dismissal rate (13 cases). A Misdemeanor: 62.5% dismissal rate (9 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Wayne County, NY — 26.1% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 26.1%, based on 28 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 Wayne County?

52.9% of Theft of Services cases in Wayne County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Theft of Services cases in Wayne County result in conviction in nearly 74 percent of cases, slightly above the statewide pattern where dismissals occur more frequently. The county's dismissal rate sits at 26.1 percent, roughly 5.8 percentage points below the statewide average of 31.9 percent. This suggests prosecutors in Wayne County pursue these cases more aggressively to resolution. However, dismissal rates have been improving for defendants—they rose from 28.6 percent in 2023 to 50 percent in 2024, indicating a meaningful shift in how these charges are being handled. With zero acquittals across 28 cases, jury trials rarely result in not-guilty verdicts for this charge in this county.

Defendants charged with Theft of Services in Wayne County face a median wait of 269 days before case resolution. Over half receive release on their own recognizance, though 22 percent are remanded without bail. Notably, charge reductions occur in more than half of cases, with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property being the dominant reduction target in 71.4 percent of plea negotiations. Among those convicted, jail sentences are most common at 41.2 percent, followed by probation at 29.4 percent, while prison sentences remain rare at under 6 percent.

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

26.1%

Dismissal Rate

73.9%

Conviction Rate

8.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

26.1%

73.9%

Dismissed 26.1% Convicted 73.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 28 public court records, Wayne County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	13	10.0%	90.0%
A Misdemeanor	9	62.5%	37.5%
D Felony	6	0.0%	100.0%

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 Wayne County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	9	28.6%	71.4%
2024	9	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 Wayne County are handled at arraignment.

55.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.6%

Bail Set

22.2%

Remanded

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

52.9% of Theft of Services cases
in Wayne 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

5 cases (55.6%)

Theft of Services Other

1 cases (11.1%)

Theft of Services Grand Larceny

1 cases (11.1%)

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (11.1%)

Theft of Services DWI / DUI

1 cases (11.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

41.2%

Jail

29.4%

Probation

5.9%

State Prison

5.9%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	23	27.8%	72.2%

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 28 cases in Wayne County, 26.1% are dismissed, 73.9% 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 Wayne County is 26.1%, based on 28 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 Wayne County takes 8.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

55.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.6% have bail set, and 22.2% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Theft of Services in Wayne County is 73.9%, based on 28 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.

52.9% of Theft of Services cases in Wayne County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Wayne County has a 26.1% 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 Wayne County, 41.2% receive a jail sentence, 29.4% receive probation, and 5.9% 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: 10.0% dismissal rate, 90.0% conviction rate (13 cases). A Misdemeanor: 62.5% dismissal rate, 37.5% conviction rate (9 cases). D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (6 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. 28 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Wayne County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com