What is the dismissal rate for Kidnapping in Broome County?

The dismissal rate is 40.0%, based on 30 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Kidnapping case take in Broome County?

The average case takes 6.6 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 Kidnapping in Broome County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 42.9% dismissal rate (21 cases). E Felony: 66.7% dismissal rate (5 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Kidnapping in Broome County, NY — 40.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Kidnapping in Broome County?

The conviction rate for Kidnapping in Broome County is 60.0%, based on 30 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Kidnapping charges reduced in Broome County?

66.7% of Kidnapping cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Q: How does Broome County compare to other counties for Kidnapping?

Broome County has a 40.0% dismissal rate for Kidnapping. Visit the Kidnapping overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Kidnapping cases in Broome County result in conviction 60 percent of the time, slightly above the statewide dismissal rate of 38.1 percent. The county's 40 percent dismissal rate edges marginally higher than the state average, but the conviction rate suggests Broome prosecutors maintain a relatively strong position in these cases. Over the past five years, dismissals have declined from 40 percent to 20 percent, indicating prosecutors are securing more convictions on kidnapping charges despite a modest sample size of 30 cases.

Most defendants arrested for kidnapping in Broome County are released before trial: 71.4 percent receive release on recognizance, while 10.7 percent have bail set at a median of $500 and 10.7 percent are remanded. Notably, two-thirds of kidnapping cases experience charge reductions, with harassment being the predominant reduction target at 66.7 percent of all reductions. When convictions occur, sentences distribute evenly across jail time, probation, prison, fines, and time served, each representing roughly 8 percent of outcomes.

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

40.0%

Dismissal Rate

60.0%

Conviction Rate

6.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

40.0%

60.0%

Dismissed 40.0% Convicted 60.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 30 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Kidnapping in Broome County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	21	42.9%	57.1%
E Felony	5	66.7%	33.3%

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 Kidnapping outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	6	40.0%	60.0%
2023	10	57.1%	42.9%
2024	7	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 Kidnapping in Broome County are handled at arraignment.

71.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.7%

Bail Set

10.7%

Remanded

$500

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

66.7% of Kidnapping cases
in Broome County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Kidnapping Harassment

4 cases (50.0%)

Kidnapping Strangulation

1 cases (12.5%)

Kidnapping Reckless Endangerment

1 cases (12.5%)

Kidnapping Other

1 cases (12.5%)

Kidnapping Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (12.5%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Kidnapping convictions in Broome County.

8.3%

Jail

8.3%

Probation

8.3%

State Prison

8.3%

Fine Only

8.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Kidnapping 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
White	16	27.3%	72.7%
Black	11	71.4%	28.6%

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 30 cases in Broome County, 40.0% are dismissed, 60.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Kidnapping in Broome County is 40.0%, based on 30 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Kidnapping case in Broome County takes 6.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

71.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.7% have bail set, and 10.7% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Kidnapping in Broome County is 60.0%, based on 30 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.

66.7% of Kidnapping cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Broome County has a 40.0% dismissal rate for Kidnapping cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Kidnapping overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Kidnapping in Broome County, 8.3% receive a jail sentence, 8.3% receive probation, and 8.3% 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: 42.9% dismissal rate, 57.1% conviction rate (21 cases). E Felony: 66.7% dismissal rate, 33.3% conviction rate (5 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. 30 cases analyzed for Kidnapping in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com