What is the dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Broome County?

The dismissal rate is 27.0%, based on 749 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Drug Sale case take in Broome County?

The average case takes 10.0 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

Drug Sale Court Statistics — Broome County, New York

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

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Broome County is 71.9%, based on 749 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Drug Sale charges reduced in Broome County?

44.5% of Drug Sale cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

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

Broome County has a 27.0% dismissal rate for Drug Sale. Visit the Drug Sale overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

According to 749 public court records, Drug Sale cases in Broome County, New York have a 27.0% dismissal rate, a 71.9% conviction rate, and an average case duration of 10.0 months.

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: December 2024

27.0%

Dismissal Rate

71.9%

Conviction Rate

10.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

27.0%

71.9%

Dismissed 27.0% Convicted 71.9% Acquitted 0.6%

Source: 749 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Drug Sale in Broome County are handled at arraignment.

25.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

4.5%

Bail Set

61.4%

Remanded

$100

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

44.5% of Drug Sale cases
in Broome County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Drug Sale Drug Possession

137 cases (68.8%)

Drug Sale Weapons Offense

40 cases (20.1%)

Drug Sale Drug Offense

13 cases (6.5%)

Drug Sale Disorderly Conduct

6 cases (3.0%)

Drug Sale Other

3 cases (1.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Drug Sale convictions in Broome County.

8.4%

Jail

23.9%

Probation

51.1%

State Prison

1.1%

Fine Only

2.7%

Time Served

Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Drug Sale 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	373	24.8%	73.9%
Black	318	28.2%	70.8%
Hispanic	41	37.8%	62.2%

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 749 cases in Broome County, 27.0% are dismissed, 71.9% result in conviction, and 0.6% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Drug Sale in Broome County is 27.0%, based on 749 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Drug Sale case in Broome County takes 10.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

25.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 4.5% have bail set, and 61.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $100. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Drug Sale in Broome County is 71.9%, based on 749 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.

44.5% of Drug Sale cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Drug Possession.

Broome County has a 27.0% dismissal rate for Drug Sale cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Drug Sale overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Drug Sale in Broome County, 8.4% receive a jail sentence, 23.9% receive probation, and 51.1% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 749 cases analyzed for Drug Sale in Broome County. Last updated December 2024. — NewYorkCourtFile.com