Aggravated Harassment in Broome County
134 cases · Broome County Courts · DCJS Data
Aggravated Harassment cases in Broome County dismiss at a rate 7.2 percentage points below the statewide average, with 39 percent of cases dismissed compared to 46.2 percent statewide. This gap suggests Broome County prosecutors pursue these charges more aggressively than their counterparts elsewhere. However, the conviction rate of 60 percent is still relatively modest—nearly four in ten cases do not result in conviction. The dismissal rate has climbed substantially since 2019, rising from 14.3 percent to 37.1 percent, indicating a recent shift toward more dismissals in this county.
Charge reductions dominate case outcomes, occurring in nearly 75 percent of cases. When reduced, Aggravated Harassment almost always becomes simple Harassment at 88.9 percent of the time. Most defendants secure pretrial release without bail, with 77.6 percent released on their own recognizance and a median bail of only $500 when set. Among those convicted, jail time is rare at 4.8 percent, while fines are the most common penalty at 19 percent of convictions.
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 134 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Aggravated Harassment outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 15 | 14.3% | 85.7% |
| 2020 | 14 | 58.3% | 41.7% |
| 2021 | 21 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
| 2022 | 14 | 18.2% | 81.8% |
| 2023 | 27 | 64.7% | 35.3% |
| 2024 | 42 | 37.1% | 60.0% |
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 Aggravated Harassment in Broome County are handled at arraignment.
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
in Broome County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Aggravated Harassment convictions in Broome County.
74.6% of Aggravated Harassment cases in Broome County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
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Case outcome rates by race for Aggravated Harassment in Broome County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 82 | 41.7% | 56.7% |
| Black | 41 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| Hispanic | 10 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 134 cases analyzed for Aggravated Harassment in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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