What is the dismissal rate for Menacing in Broome County?

The dismissal rate is 26.2%, based on 327 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Menacing case take in Broome 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 Menacing in Broome County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 26.7% dismissal rate (321 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (6 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Menacing in Broome County, NY — 26.2% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Menacing in Broome County is 73.0%, based on 327 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

60.1% of Menacing cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Broome County has a 26.2% dismissal rate for Menacing. Visit the Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Menacing cases in Broome County result in conviction far more often than they do statewide. With a 73 percent conviction rate against a 26.2 percent dismissal rate, menacing charges stick in this county at a notably higher rate than the statewide average dismissal rate of 40.9 percent—a gap of 14.7 percentage points favoring prosecution. Over the past six years, dismissals have trended downward, falling from 17.2 percent in 2019 to 14.0 percent in 2024, suggesting prosecutors have strengthened their cases or courts have become less inclined to dismiss them.

Most menacing defendants are released before trial, with 81.6 percent getting released on their own recognizance. When bail is set, the median amount is $250. If convicted, defendants face probation in about 14 percent of cases and jail time in 11.2 percent. Notably, 60.1 percent of menacing charges are reduced to lesser offenses—primarily disorderly conduct (51.1 percent of reductions) or harassment (41.3 percent)—which suggests prosecutors and courts often treat menacing as overcharged and negotiate down. Cases take a median of 181.5 days to resolve.

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

26.2%

Dismissal Rate

73.0%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

26.2%

73.0%

Dismissed 26.2% Convicted 73.0% Acquitted 0.4%

Source: 327 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	321	26.7%	72.5%
E Felony	6	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 Menacing outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	33	17.2%	82.8%
2020	53	24.4%	73.2%
2021	53	24.3%	75.7%
2022	54	40.5%	59.5%
2023	65	35.6%	62.2%
2024	69	14.0%	86.0%

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 Menacing in Broome County are handled at arraignment.

81.6%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.0%

Bail Set

2.1%

Remanded

$250

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

60.1% of Menacing cases
in Broome County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Menacing Disorderly Conduct

47 cases (46.1%)

Menacing Harassment

38 cases (37.3%)

Menacing Assault

7 cases (6.9%)

Menacing Weapons Offense

5 cases (4.9%)

Menacing Other

5 cases (4.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Menacing convictions in Broome County.

11.2%

Jail

14.0%

Probation

1.1%

State Prison

6.7%

Fine Only

2.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Menacing 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	167	26.7%	73.3%
Black	130	28.0%	69.9%
Hispanic	23	14.3%	85.7%

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 327 cases in Broome County, 26.2% are dismissed, 73.0% result in conviction, and 0.4% 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 Menacing in Broome County is 26.2%, based on 327 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Menacing case in Broome County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

81.6% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.0% have bail set, and 2.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Menacing in Broome County is 73.0%, based on 327 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.

60.1% of Menacing cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Broome County has a 26.2% dismissal rate for Menacing cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Menacing overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Menacing in Broome County, 11.2% receive a jail sentence, 14.0% receive probation, and 1.1% 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: 26.7% dismissal rate, 72.5% conviction rate (321 cases). E Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (6 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. 327 cases analyzed for Menacing in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com