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

The average case takes 6.0 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 Broome County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 24.7% dismissal rate (378 cases). D Felony: 37.8% dismissal rate (73 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Escape / Bail Jumping in Broome County, NY — 26.8% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 26.8%, based on 457 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 Broome County?

56.4% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Broome County, escape and bail jumping charges result in conviction in roughly 7 out of 10 cases, a rate noticeably higher than the statewide average conviction rate. The dismissal rate of 26.8 percent runs 3.8 percentage points above the statewide average of 23 percent, suggesting prosecutors in this county face somewhat greater difficulty sustaining these charges. However, the zero acquittal rate indicates that when cases proceed to trial, juries rarely side with defendants. Over the past five years, dismissals have climbed sharply—from 15.8 percent in 2019 to 32.1 percent in 2024—pointing to a meaningful shift in how these charges are resolved.

Charge reductions occur in more than half of cases, with disorderly conduct becoming the destination in 84 percent of those reductions. When convictions do occur, jail sentences are the most common outcome at 13.9 percent of convicted defendants, while prison time follows at 7.4 percent. Most defendants facing these charges secure pretrial release: 63.2 percent are released on their own recognizance, and another 21.6 percent are released on bail with a median amount of $500. The typical case takes six months to resolve.

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

26.8%

Dismissal Rate

72.1%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

26.8%

72.1%

Dismissed 26.8% Convicted 72.1% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.1%

Source: 457 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	378	24.7%	74.5%
D Felony	73	37.8%	60.0%

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 Broome County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	82	15.8%	82.5%
2020	44	26.1%	69.6%
2021	46	10.7%	89.3%
2022	53	27.5%	72.5%
2023	93	38.9%	61.1%
2024	139	32.1%	66.7%

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 Broome County are handled at arraignment.

63.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

21.6%

Bail Set

5.7%

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

56.4% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases
in Broome County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Escape / Bail Jumping Disorderly Conduct

80 cases (73.4%)

Escape / Bail Jumping DWI / DUI

8 cases (7.3%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Official Misconduct

7 cases (6.4%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Criminal Trespass

7 cases (6.4%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Criminal Contempt

7 cases (6.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

13.9%

Jail

4.5%

Probation

7.4%

State Prison

9.4%

Fine Only

4.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Escape / Bail Jumping 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	235	29.2%	69.2%
Black	181	23.5%	75.6%
Hispanic	39	30.0%	70.0%

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 457 cases in Broome County, 26.8% are dismissed, 72.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Broome County is 26.8%, based on 457 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 Broome County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

63.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.6% have bail set, and 5.7% 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 Escape / Bail Jumping in Broome County is 72.1%, based on 457 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.

56.4% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Broome County has a 26.8% 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 Broome County, 13.9% receive a jail sentence, 4.5% receive probation, and 7.4% 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: 24.7% dismissal rate, 74.5% conviction rate (378 cases). D Felony: 37.8% dismissal rate, 60.0% conviction rate (73 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. 457 cases analyzed for Escape / Bail Jumping in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com