Burglary in Broome County
602 cases · Broome County Courts · DCJS Data
Burglary cases in Broome County are dismissed at significantly higher rates than the statewide average, with a 25.5% dismissal rate compared to 13.6% statewide—nearly double the rate. Out of 602 cases, 73% resulted in conviction, with zero acquittals, indicating that cases reaching trial in this county typically end in guilty verdicts. The dismissal rate has been climbing since 2019, rising from 29.6% to 31.6%, suggesting prosecutors and courts are increasingly filtering out cases before resolution. The median time to disposition of 237.5 days reflects a roughly eight-month process from charge to outcome.
Defendants in Broome County face substantial pretrial detention, with 52.8% remanded without bail and only 26.5% released on their own recognizance. When bail is set, the median amount is $250,000. Over half of all burglary charges—52.3%—are reduced to lesser offenses, primarily Criminal Trespass (65.8% of reductions), which suggests prosecutors frequently downgrade cases during plea negotiations. Among those convicted, prison sentences are most common at 32%, followed by probation at 18.6%, with smaller portions receiving jail time or fines.
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: 602 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Burglary in Broome County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| C Felony | 272 | 23.8% | 75.6% |
| D Felony | 242 | 32.0% | 66.0% |
| B Felony | 80 | 17.4% | 81.2% |
| E Felony | 8 | 0.0% | 75.0% |
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 Burglary outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 60 | 29.6% | 70.4% |
| 2020 | 100 | 11.1% | 88.9% |
| 2021 | 111 | 16.0% | 80.2% |
| 2022 | 76 | 29.8% | 68.4% |
| 2023 | 135 | 34.1% | 64.7% |
| 2024 | 120 | 31.6% | 67.1% |
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 Burglary 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 Burglary convictions in Broome County.
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Case outcome rates by race for Burglary 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 | 343 | 24.8% | 74.0% |
| Black | 210 | 24.5% | 74.1% |
| Hispanic | 41 | 35.7% | 60.7% |
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. 602 cases analyzed for Burglary in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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