How long does a Escape / Bail Jumping case take in Albany County?

The average case takes 4.2 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 Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 26.0% dismissal rate (256 cases). D Felony: 22.2% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County, NY — 25.8% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County?

The dismissal rate is 25.8%, based on 277 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Escape / Bail Jumping charges reduced in Albany County?

81.7% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Albany County, escape and bail jumping charges result in conviction in nearly 74 percent of cases, slightly higher than the statewide conviction rate of roughly 76 percent. The county's dismissal rate of 25.8 percent runs 2.8 percentage points above the statewide average, suggesting some modest prosecutorial discretion in these cases. However, the trend is moving against defendants: dismissal rates have declined from 33.3 percent in 2019 to 25 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors are pursuing these charges more aggressively over time. Cases typically reach disposition within about four months.

Charge reduction is the dominant outcome in Albany County, occurring in more than 81 percent of cases. When reduced, these charges almost always become disorderly conduct (77.4 percent of reductions), a substantially lower-level offense. Among defendants who remain released before trial, the vast majority—52 percent—are released on their own recognizance without bail conditions. Those who do face bail encounter a median amount of $250. For those ultimately convicted, financial penalties dominate sentencing: 44.4 percent receive fines, while incarceration outcomes are relatively uncommon, with jail sentences at 7.7 percent and prison sentences at just 2.4 percent.

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

25.8%

Dismissal Rate

73.8%

Conviction Rate

4.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

25.8%

73.8%

Dismissed 25.8% Convicted 73.8% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 277 public court records, Albany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	256	26.0%	73.5%
D Felony	15	22.2%	77.8%
E Felony	6	20.0%	80.0%

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 Escape / Bail Jumping outcomes in Albany County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	42	33.3%	64.1%
2020	29	22.7%	77.3%
2021	34	30.0%	70.0%
2022	36	37.9%	62.1%
2023	62	12.5%	87.5%
2024	73	25.0%	75.0%

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 Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County are handled at arraignment.

52.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

20.0%

Bail Set

3.3%

Remanded

$250

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

81.7% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases
in Albany County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Escape / Bail Jumping Disorderly Conduct

82 cases (68.9%)

Escape / Bail Jumping DWI / DUI

16 cases (13.4%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Traffic Offense

8 cases (6.7%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Harassment

8 cases (6.7%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Official Misconduct

5 cases (4.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Escape / Bail Jumping convictions in Albany County.

7.7%

Jail

4.1%

Probation

2.4%

State Prison

44.4%

Fine Only

8.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	149	21.7%	78.3%
White	94	33.3%	66.7%
Hispanic	28	24.0%	72.0%

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.

Based on 277 cases in Albany County, 25.8% are dismissed, 73.8% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County is 25.8%, based on 277 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Escape / Bail Jumping case in Albany County takes 4.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

52.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 20.0% have bail set, and 3.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County is 73.8%, based on 277 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.

81.7% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Albany County has a 25.8% dismissal rate for Escape / Bail Jumping cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Escape / Bail Jumping overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County, 7.7% receive a jail sentence, 4.1% receive probation, and 2.4% 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. A Misdemeanor: 26.0% dismissal rate, 73.5% conviction rate (256 cases). D Felony: 22.2% dismissal rate, 77.8% conviction rate (15 cases). E Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate, 80.0% conviction rate (6 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. 277 cases analyzed for Escape / Bail Jumping in Albany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com