Homicide in Broome County
46 cases · Broome County Courts · DCJS Data
Homicide cases in Broome County result in conviction in over 90 percent of prosecutions, slightly outpacing the statewide conviction rate. The county's dismissal rate of 7.1 percent tracks nearly identically with the statewide average of 7.9 percent, indicating homicide cases proceed to trial outcomes at comparable rates across New York. A notable trend emerged between 2019 and 2023: dismissals climbed from zero to 20 percent in the final year, suggesting shifting case outcomes or prosecutorial patterns in recent years.
Pretrial conditions in Broome County homicide cases are exceptionally restrictive—100 percent of defendants were remanded without bail or release on their own recognizance. Among cases that proceeded to conviction, 92.1 percent resulted in prison sentences, while smaller percentages received jail time or probation. Notably, 55.3 percent of homicide charges were reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to weapons charges (50 percent of reductions) or assault (38.9 percent). Cases took a median of 412.5 days from filing to final disposition, indicating lengthy proceedings typical of serious felony prosecutions.
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
Case Outcomes
Source: 46 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Homicide in Broome County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Felony | 19 | 5.9% | 94.1% |
| A-I Felony Reducible | 17 | 12.5% | 81.2% |
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 Homicide outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2020 | 6 | 0.0% | 80.0% |
| 2021 | 9 | 12.5% | 87.5% |
| 2022 | 12 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| 2023 | 11 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
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 Homicide in Broome County are handled at arraignment.
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
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Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Homicide convictions in Broome County.
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Case outcome rates by race for Homicide 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 24 | 9.5% | 85.7% |
| White | 18 | 5.6% | 94.4% |
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.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 46 cases analyzed for Homicide in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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