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

The average case takes 3.4 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 Escape / Bail Jumping in Chemung County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 29.3% dismissal rate (230 cases). D Felony: 16.4% dismissal rate (66 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

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

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

The dismissal rate is 25.8%, based on 304 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 Chemung County?

40.9% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Chemung County, escape and bail jumping charges result in conviction in roughly 72 percent of cases, a rate substantially higher than the 74 percent statewide average, though dismissals occur slightly more frequently here than across New York. The county's 25.8 percent dismissal rate runs 2.8 percentage points above the statewide average of 23 percent. Over the past six years, dismissals have trended upward from 20.9 percent to 27.5 percent, suggesting prosecutors or courts have become more selective about which cases proceed to conviction. No acquittals were recorded in the 304 cases examined, indicating juries rarely find defendants not guilty once the case reaches trial.

Chemung County defendants charged with escape or bail jumping face a relatively accessible path to pretrial release: nearly two-thirds receive release on their own recognizance without bail. When bail is set, the median amount is $240, a modest figure that allows many defendants to secure their release. Once convicted, financial penalties dominate sentencing, with fines imposed in over half of cases. Jail sentences affect roughly one in five convicted defendants, while prison sentences occur in 14 percent of convictions. Notably, 41 percent of charges are reduced before disposition, with disorderly conduct absorbing the vast majority of these reductions at 82.5 percent, effectively downgrading the

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

72.3%

Conviction Rate

3.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

25.8%

72.3%

Dismissed 25.8% Convicted 72.3% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.9%

Source: 304 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	230	29.3%	68.7%
D Felony	66	16.4%	83.6%
E Felony	6	16.7%	66.7%

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 Chemung County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	49	20.9%	76.7%
2020	34	38.7%	61.3%
2021	41	37.5%	57.5%
2022	60	5.9%	90.2%
2023	55	30.6%	69.4%
2024	63	27.5%	72.5%

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 Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

64.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

26.6%

Bail Set

3.4%

Remanded

$240

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

40.9% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases
in Chemung County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Escape / Bail Jumping Disorderly Conduct

52 cases (74.3%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Official Misconduct

6 cases (8.6%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Harassment

5 cases (7.1%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Criminal Trespass

4 cases (5.7%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Criminal Contempt

3 cases (4.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

18.1%

Jail

4.1%

Probation

14.0%

State Prison

52.3%

Fine Only

7.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	141	30.6%	66.9%
Black	126	23.9%	74.3%
Hispanic	34	12.9%	87.1%

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 304 cases in Chemung County, 25.8% are dismissed, 72.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 3.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Chemung County is 25.8%, based on 304 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 Chemung County takes 3.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

64.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 26.6% have bail set, and 3.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $240. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Chemung County is 72.3%, based on 304 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.

40.9% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Chemung 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 Chemung County, 18.1% receive a jail sentence, 4.1% receive probation, and 14.0% 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: 29.3% dismissal rate, 68.7% conviction rate (230 cases). D Felony: 16.4% dismissal rate, 83.6% conviction rate (66 cases). E Felony: 16.7% dismissal rate, 66.7% 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. 304 cases analyzed for Escape / Bail Jumping in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com