According to 4,232 public court records from 2025, Grand Larceny cases across 47 Virginia jurisdictions have an average dismissal rate of 53.8% and an average conviction rate of 45.6%.

Disclaimer: This page provides statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws and penalties change — consult a licensed Virginia attorney and the Code of Virginia for current legal information. Past court outcomes do not predict future results.

Grand larceny involves theft of property exceeding a certain value threshold and can be charged as a felony in Virginia. This page examines what public court records reveal about how grand larceny cases are actually resolved across the state.

Outcome data: For current dismissal rates, conviction rates, charge reduction rates, and case timelines from 2025 Virginia public court records, see the live charge statistics page linked below. Numbers vary by jurisdiction and update as new records become available.

Understanding Grand Larceny Statistics

When reviewing our data, keep in mind:

  • Virginia law sets a monetary threshold that distinguishes grand larceny from petit larceny
  • Dismissal includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi
  • Some grand larceny charges may be reduced to petit larceny through plea negotiations
  • These are aggregate statistics — individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case

Next Steps

For information about Virginia grand larceny laws, consult a licensed Virginia attorney or visit the Virginia Legislative Information System.

To explore how grand larceny cases are resolved in your specific court, view our grand larceny data by jurisdiction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Outcome rates and case timelines vary significantly by jurisdiction and case specifics. See the charge statistics page for current data from 2025 Virginia public court records.
Outcome rates and case timelines vary significantly by jurisdiction and case specifics. See the charge statistics page for current data from 2025 Virginia public court records.
Virginia grand larceny laws are codified in the Code of Virginia. For current information about value thresholds and penalties, consult the Virginia Legislative Information System (law.lis.virginia.gov) or speak with a licensed Virginia attorney.

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