Petit Larceny in Saratoga County
PL § 155.25 · Misdemeanor · 551 cases · 2024–2025
In Saratoga County, 38.5% of 551 Petit Larceny (PL 155.25) cases were dismissed and 61.5% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $125.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
551
Total Cases
38.5%
Dismissal Rate
61.5%
Conviction Rate
6.7%
DAT Rate
39
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$125
Median Fine
$20–$1000
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
193
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 170 | 63.2% |
| Conditional Discharge | 42 | 15.6% |
| Imprisonment | 40 | 14.9% |
| Surcharge/Fee | 7 | 2.6% |
| Probation | 7 | 2.6% |
| Surcharge | 2 | 0.7% |
| Restitution | 1 | 0.4% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 159 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 6 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 3 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 1 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 166 |
| 25-34 | 143 |
| 45-54 | 98 |
| 55-64 | 72 |
| 18-24 | 51 |
| 65+ | 21 |
PL 155.25 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 13,446 | 52.3% | 47.7% |
| Kings | 7,456 | 76.6% | 23.4% |
| Queens | 6,317 | 64.1% | 35.8% |
| Suffolk | 4,958 | 44.2% | 55.8% |
| Nassau | 4,407 | 67.4% | 32.5% |
| Erie | 4,375 | 52.0% | 48.0% |
| Bronx | 4,066 | 67.8% | 32.2% |
| Monroe | 3,225 | 59.2% | 40.8% |
| Onondaga | 2,297 | 71.2% | 28.8% |
| Westchester | 2,282 | 27.4% | 72.6% |
| Orange | 2,052 | 45.9% | 54.1% |
| Broome | 1,569 | 59.1% | 40.9% |
| Albany | 1,401 | 38.3% | 61.7% |
| Oneida | 1,378 | 35.6% | 64.4% |
| Richmond | 1,349 | 33.0% | 67.0% |
| Schenectady | 1,032 | 32.6% | 67.4% |
| Niagara | 1,006 | 23.2% | 76.8% |
| Dutchess | 954 | 55.0% | 45.0% |
| Rockland | 868 | 62.2% | 37.8% |
| Chautauqua | 851 | 29.7% | 70.3% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 551 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 38.5% of Petit Larceny cases in Saratoga County are dismissed and 61.5% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $125. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 193 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Petit Larceny in Saratoga County is $125. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 551 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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