What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Broome County?

The dismissal rate is 31.0%, based on 839 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Assault case take in Broome County?

The average case takes 7.4 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 Assault in Broome County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 34.9% dismissal rate (413 cases). A Misdemeanor: 28.0% dismissal rate (290 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Assault in Broome County, NY — 31.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Assault in Broome County?

The conviction rate for Assault in Broome County is 66.6%, based on 839 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Assault charges reduced in Broome County?

46.1% of Assault cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Q: How does Broome County compare to other counties for Assault?

Broome County has a 31.0% dismissal rate for Assault. Visit the Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Assault cases in Broome County have a dismissal rate of 31 percent, slightly above the statewide average of 29 percent. The conviction rate stands at 66.6 percent, with acquittals rare at less than 1 percent. Over the past five years, dismissal rates have climbed substantially, rising from 21.2 percent in 2019 to 33.3 percent in the most recent year, suggesting shifting practices in how prosecutors or courts handle assault charges in the county. Cases take a median of 223 days to reach disposition.

The pretrial process in Broome County shows mixed outcomes for defendants. About 43 percent receive release on their own recognizance, but 35 percent are remanded without bail, and 6.6 percent have bail set at a median of five hundred dollars. Nearly half of assault charges—46.1 percent—are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to Harassment in 65 percent of those reductions. Among convicted defendants, outcomes are distributed across jail time (13.3 percent), probation (16.2 percent), and prison sentences (15.6 percent), with smaller portions receiving fines or time-served credit.

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

31.0%

Dismissal Rate

66.6%

Conviction Rate

7.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

31.0%

66.6%

Dismissed 31.0% Convicted 66.6% Acquitted 0.8% YO Adjudication 1.5%

Source: 839 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Assault in Broome County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	413	34.9%	62.6%
A Misdemeanor	290	28.0%	69.9%
E Felony	48	28.9%	71.1%
B Felony	39	22.2%	77.8%
B Misdemeanor	27	36.4%	63.6%
C Felony	22	14.3%	71.4%

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 Assault outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	125	21.2%	76.0%
2020	125	20.4%	78.6%
2021	140	19.0%	77.7%
2022	146	39.2%	59.2%
2023	161	47.4%	48.9%
2024	140	33.3%	65.0%

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 Assault in Broome County are handled at arraignment.

43.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.6%

Bail Set

35.1%

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

46.1% of Assault cases
in Broome County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Assault Harassment

104 cases (58.1%)

Assault Disorderly Conduct

41 cases (22.9%)

Assault Weapons Offense

15 cases (8.4%)

Assault Endangering Welfare of a Child

11 cases (6.1%)

Assault Escape / Bail Jumping

8 cases (4.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Assault convictions in Broome County.

13.3%

Jail

16.2%

Probation

15.6%

State Prison

3.2%

Fine Only

7.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Assault 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	381	30.3%	66.4%
Black	372	33.1%	65.3%
Hispanic	69	24.1%	74.1%

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 839 cases in Broome County, 31.0% are dismissed, 66.6% result in conviction, and 0.8% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Assault in Broome County is 31.0%, based on 839 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Assault case in Broome County takes 7.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

43.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.6% have bail set, and 35.1% 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 Assault in Broome County is 66.6%, based on 839 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.

46.1% of Assault cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Broome County has a 31.0% dismissal rate for Assault cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Assault overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Assault in Broome County, 13.3% receive a jail sentence, 16.2% receive probation, and 15.6% 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. D Felony: 34.9% dismissal rate, 62.6% conviction rate (413 cases). A Misdemeanor: 28.0% dismissal rate, 69.9% conviction rate (290 cases). E Felony: 28.9% dismissal rate, 71.1% conviction rate (48 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. 839 cases analyzed for Assault in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com