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

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 52.6% dismissal rate (911 cases). D Felony: 48.6% dismissal rate (157 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Escape / Bail Jumping in Erie County, NY — 52.0% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Escape / Bail Jumping in Erie County?

Based on 1089 cases in Erie County, 52.0% are dismissed, 48.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.2 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The dismissal rate is 52.0%, based on 1089 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 Erie County?

90.2% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Escape and bail jumping charges in Erie County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average, with 52% of cases ending in dismissal compared to just 23% statewide—a 29 percentage point gap. This suggests the charge is handled much more leniently in Erie County, where convictions account for the remaining 48% of outcomes with no acquittals recorded. The dismissal rate has also been climbing since 2019, rising from 41% to nearly 48%, indicating a strengthening trend toward case rejection over the past five years.

Nearly all escape and bail jumping charges in Erie County undergo reduction before resolution, with 90% moved to lesser offenses. Disorderly conduct is the dominant reduction target, absorbing 81% of all charge reductions, while DWI and harassment account for smaller portions. Most defendants receive release before trial through recognizance alone (58%), though about 22% face bail with a median amount of just $1. When convictions occur, fines are the most common outcome at 32%, followed by jail time at 12%, though roughly 17% receive credit for time already served.

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

52.0%

Dismissal Rate

48.0%

Conviction Rate

4.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

52.0%

48.0%

Dismissed 52.0% Convicted 48.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 1,089 public court records, Erie County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	911	52.6%	47.4%
D Felony	157	48.6%	51.4%
E Felony	20	56.2%	43.8%

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 Erie County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	175	41.4%	58.6%
2020	104	61.5%	38.5%
2021	101	53.3%	46.7%
2022	184	55.6%	44.4%
2023	255	55.6%	44.4%
2024	264	47.8%	52.2%

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 Erie County are handled at arraignment.

57.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

21.5%

Bail Set

4.2%

Remanded

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

90.2% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases
in Erie County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Escape / Bail Jumping Disorderly Conduct

300 cases (75.6%)

Escape / Bail Jumping DWI / DUI

39 cases (9.8%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Harassment

31 cases (7.8%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Traffic Offense

16 cases (4.0%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Official Misconduct

11 cases (2.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

12.3%

Jail

0.4%

Probation

0.8%

State Prison

31.9%

Fine Only

16.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	614	59.5%	40.5%
White	339	38.4%	61.6%
Hispanic	110	52.4%	47.6%

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 1,089 cases in Erie County, 52.0% are dismissed, 48.0% 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 Erie County is 52.0%, based on 1,089 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 Erie County takes 4.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

57.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 21.5% have bail set, and 4.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Erie County is 48.0%, based on 1,089 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.

90.2% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Erie County has a 52.0% 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 Erie County, 12.3% receive a jail sentence, 0.4% receive probation, and 0.8% 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: 52.6% dismissal rate, 47.4% conviction rate (911 cases). D Felony: 48.6% dismissal rate, 51.4% conviction rate (157 cases). E Felony: 56.2% dismissal rate, 43.8% conviction rate (20 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. 1,089 cases analyzed for Escape / Bail Jumping in Erie County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com