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

The average case takes 4.1 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 Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 45.3% dismissal rate (597 cases). D Felony: 23.4% dismissal rate (179 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Escape / Bail Jumping in Monroe County, NY — 40.4% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 40.4%, based on 787 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 Monroe County?

72.1% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Escape and bail jumping charges in Monroe County are dismissed at a substantially higher rate than the statewide average, with 40.4% of the 787 cases resulting in dismissal compared to just 23% statewide—a gap of 17.4 percentage points. This suggests prosecutors and courts in Monroe County view these charges more skeptically or that defendants have stronger defenses locally. Convictions still occur in 59.5% of cases, but the dismissal pattern is notably protective. The trend shows this advantage has eroded slightly over the past five years, with dismissal rates declining from 41% to 37.6%, indicating prosecutors may be taking these charges more seriously in recent years.

Charge reductions are extremely common in Monroe County, occurring in over 72% of cases and typically downgraded to disorderly conduct in 78% of those reductions. Most defendants remain free before trial through release on recognizance (39.5%) or bail set at a median of $100. Among those convicted, jail time is the dominant sentence at 22.5% of convictions, while prison sentences are rare at 1%. The combination of high charge reductions, frequent pretrial release, and modest incarceration rates suggests escape and bail jumping cases rarely result in serious consequences in Monroe County.

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

40.4%

Dismissal Rate

59.5%

Conviction Rate

4.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

40.4%

59.5%

Dismissed 40.4% Convicted 59.5% Acquitted 0.1%

Source: 787 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	597	45.3%	54.5%
D Felony	179	23.4%	76.6%
E Felony	9	33.3%	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 Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	198	41.0%	58.4%
2020	109	50.0%	50.0%
2021	61	38.9%	61.1%
2022	115	31.7%	68.3%
2023	163	42.6%	57.4%
2024	140	37.6%	62.4%

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 Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

39.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

20.3%

Bail Set

9.5%

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

72.1% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Escape / Bail Jumping Disorderly Conduct

197 cases (71.6%)

Escape / Bail Jumping DWI / DUI

28 cases (10.2%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Harassment

27 cases (9.8%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Criminal Trespass

18 cases (6.5%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Traffic Offense

5 cases (1.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

22.5%

Jail

2.0%

Probation

1.0%

State Prison

7.4%

Fine Only

18.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	500	42.3%	57.5%
White	179	37.2%	62.8%
Hispanic	101	36.2%	63.8%

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 787 cases in Monroe County, 40.4% are dismissed, 59.5% result in conviction, and 0.1% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Escape / Bail Jumping in Monroe County is 40.4%, based on 787 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 Monroe County takes 4.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

39.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 20.3% have bail set, and 9.5% 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 Escape / Bail Jumping in Monroe County is 59.5%, based on 787 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.

72.1% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Monroe County has a 40.4% 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 Monroe County, 22.5% receive a jail sentence, 2.0% receive probation, and 1.0% 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: 45.3% dismissal rate, 54.5% conviction rate (597 cases). D Felony: 23.4% dismissal rate, 76.6% conviction rate (179 cases). E Felony: 33.3% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (9 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. 787 cases analyzed for Escape / Bail Jumping in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com