How long does a Marijuana Offense case take in Broome County?

The average case takes 7.3 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 Marijuana Offense in Broome County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 72.7% dismissal rate (15 cases). E Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate (5 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Marijuana Offense in Broome County, NY — 55.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Marijuana Offense in Broome County?

The dismissal rate is 55.0%, based on 28 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Marijuana Offense charges reduced in Broome County?

55.6% of Marijuana Offense cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Marijuana offenses in Broome County show a notably high dismissal rate of 55 percent, running 2.4 percentage points above the statewide average of 52.6 percent. This means nearly three of every five marijuana cases in the county are dismissed rather than resulting in conviction. The pattern strengthens when examining recent years: dismissals climbed from 60 percent in 2019 to 75 percent in 2021, suggesting prosecutors or courts are increasingly moving away from pursuing these charges to completion. With no recorded acquittals, the dismissals appear driven by prosecutorial decisions or pretrial resolutions rather than trial outcomes.

Charge reductions play a central role in case resolution. More than half of marijuana cases, 55.6 percent, are reduced to lesser offenses—primarily disorderly conduct. The median time from charge to resolution is 218 days. Regarding pretrial conditions, most defendants (57 percent) are released on their own recognizance, while bail is set in just 3.6 percent of cases at a median of $100. When convictions do occur, they rarely result in incarceration; only 11.1 percent of convicted defendants receive jail sentences, with the same percentage receiving fines.

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

55.0%

Dismissal Rate

45.0%

Conviction Rate

7.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

55.0%

45.0%

Dismissed 55.0% Convicted 45.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 28 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	15	72.7%	27.3%
E Felony	5	20.0%	80.0%

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 Marijuana Offense outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7	60.0%	40.0%
2020	12	55.6%	44.4%
2021	5	75.0%	25.0%

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 Marijuana Offense in Broome County are handled at arraignment.

57.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

3.6%

Bail Set

10.7%

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

55.6% of Marijuana Offense cases
in Broome County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Marijuana Offense Disorderly Conduct

2 cases (40.0%)

Marijuana Offense Traffic Offense

1 cases (20.0%)

Marijuana Offense Official Misconduct

1 cases (20.0%)

Marijuana Offense Drug Possession

1 cases (20.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Marijuana Offense convictions in Broome County.

11.1%

Jail

11.1%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Marijuana Offense 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	15	36.4%	63.6%

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 28 cases in Broome County, 55.0% are dismissed, 45.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Marijuana Offense in Broome County is 55.0%, based on 28 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Marijuana Offense case in Broome County takes 7.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

57.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 3.6% have bail set, and 10.7% 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 Marijuana Offense in Broome County is 45.0%, based on 28 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.

55.6% of Marijuana Offense cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Broome County has a 55.0% dismissal rate for Marijuana Offense cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Marijuana Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Marijuana Offense in Broome County, 11.1% receive a jail sentence. 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: 72.7% dismissal rate, 27.3% conviction rate (15 cases). E Felony: 20.0% dismissal rate, 80.0% 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. 28 cases analyzed for Marijuana Offense in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com