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

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 37.4% dismissal rate (887 cases). D Felony: 20.4% dismissal rate (70 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Escape / Bail Jumping in Suffolk County, NY — 35.6% Dismissed

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

The dismissal rate is 35.6%, based on 968 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 Suffolk County?

68.9% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

In Suffolk County, escape and bail jumping charges face dismissal at notably higher rates than the state average. The county dismisses 35.6% of these cases compared to just 23% statewide, a 12.6 percentage point gap. This suggests prosecutors or courts in Suffolk treat these charges less seriously than the statewide norm, or that weaker cases are more likely to be rejected. Convictions still occur in 64.1% of cases, with no acquittals recorded. The dismissal trend has been rising since 2019, climbing from 21.6% to 32.4%, indicating an accelerating pattern of case rejection over the past five years.

Charge reductions are extremely common in Suffolk County, occurring in nearly 70% of cases. When reductions happen, three-quarters get downgraded to disorderly conduct, with smaller shares moving to DWI or harassment charges. Most defendants receive pretrial release, with 62.2% released on their own recognizance and another 31.3% released on bail with a median amount of just $1. Among those convicted, jail sentences are the most frequent outcome at 22.5%, followed by fines at 20%, though 9.7% 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

35.6%

Dismissal Rate

64.1%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

35.6%

64.1%

Dismissed 35.6% Convicted 64.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 968 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	887	37.4%	62.3%
D Felony	70	20.4%	79.6%
E Felony	9	0.0%	100.0%

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 Suffolk County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	159	21.6%	77.7%
2020	104	47.8%	51.1%
2021	92	32.9%	67.1%
2022	133	38.0%	62.0%
2023	274	42.8%	57.2%
2024	203	32.4%	67.6%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

62.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

31.3%

Bail Set

1.3%

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

68.9% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases
in Suffolk County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Escape / Bail Jumping Disorderly Conduct

182 cases (67.2%)

Escape / Bail Jumping DWI / DUI

41 cases (15.1%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Harassment

17 cases (6.3%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Drug Possession

17 cases (6.3%)

Escape / Bail Jumping Official Misconduct

14 cases (5.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

22.5%

Jail

4.6%

Probation

1.9%

State Prison

20.0%

Fine Only

9.7%

Time Served

68.9% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Suffolk County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	386	36.4%	63.2%
White	334	36.0%	63.6%
Hispanic	234	33.5%	66.5%

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 968 cases in Suffolk County, 35.6% are dismissed, 64.1% 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 Suffolk County is 35.6%, based on 968 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 Suffolk County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

62.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 31.3% have bail set, and 1.3% 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 Suffolk County is 64.1%, based on 968 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.

68.9% of Escape / Bail Jumping cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Suffolk County has a 35.6% 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 Suffolk County, 22.5% receive a jail sentence, 4.6% receive probation, and 1.9% 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: 37.4% dismissal rate, 62.3% conviction rate (887 cases). D Felony: 20.4% dismissal rate, 79.6% conviction rate (70 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% 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. 968 cases analyzed for Escape / Bail Jumping in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com