What is the dismissal rate for Sex Offense in Broome County?

The dismissal rate is 23.4%, based on 195 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

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

The average case takes 10.0 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 Sex Offense in Broome County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 31.1% dismissal rate (59 cases). D Felony: 9.8% dismissal rate (56 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Sex Offense in Broome County, NY — 23.4% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Sex Offense in Broome County is 71.3%, based on 195 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

23.5% of Sex Offense 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 Sex Offense?

Broome County has a 23.4% dismissal rate for Sex Offense. Visit the Sex Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Sex offense cases in Broome County are dismissed at significantly higher rates than the state average. Over the 195 cases tracked, dismissals occurred in 23.4 percent of cases compared to 16.5 percent statewide—a 6.9 percentage point gap. Convictions still account for roughly seven in ten cases, but the dismissal trend is moving upward. From 2019 to 2024, the dismissal rate nearly quintupled from 5.3 percent to 25 percent, suggesting evolving case handling or evidentiary standards in the county.

Pretrial detention is the dominant outcome for defendants charged with sex offenses in Broome County. Nearly 41 percent are remanded without bail, while 26 percent are released on their own recognizance and only 10 percent have bail set (median $1,000). Among charged cases that advance, roughly 24 percent are reduced to lesser charges, most commonly to harassment or endangering the welfare of a child. For those convicted, prison sentences are the most frequent outcome at 38 percent, followed by probation at 29 percent. Cases take a median 300 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

23.4%

Dismissal Rate

71.3%

Conviction Rate

10.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

23.4%

71.3%

Dismissed 23.4% Convicted 71.3% Acquitted 4.2% YO Adjudication 1.2%

Source: 195 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	59	31.1%	64.4%
D Felony	56	9.8%	86.3%
B Felony	47	34.1%	56.8%
E Felony	16	30.8%	61.5%
A-II Felony	8	0.0%	100.0%
B Misdemeanor	6	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 Sex Offense outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	19	5.3%	94.7%
2020	23	15.0%	80.0%
2021	40	21.9%	75.0%
2022	37	23.5%	67.6%
2023	39	40.0%	56.7%
2024	37	25.0%	65.6%

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 Sex Offense in Broome County are handled at arraignment.

26.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.1%

Bail Set

40.9%

Remanded

$1,000

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

23.5% of Sex Offense cases
in Broome County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Sex Offense Harassment

12 cases (44.4%)

Sex Offense Endangering Welfare of a Child

9 cases (33.3%)

Sex Offense Disorderly Conduct

4 cases (14.8%)

Sex Offense Other

1 cases (3.7%)

Sex Offense Official Misconduct

1 cases (3.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

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

10.9%

Jail

28.6%

Probation

37.8%

State Prison

4.2%

Fine Only

1.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Sex 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
White	122	20.8%	72.3%
Black	47	31.8%	65.9%
Hispanic	18	7.1%	92.9%

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 195 cases in Broome County, 23.4% are dismissed, 71.3% result in conviction, and 4.2% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Sex Offense in Broome County is 23.4%, based on 195 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Sex Offense case in Broome County takes 10.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

26.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.1% have bail set, and 40.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Sex Offense in Broome County is 71.3%, based on 195 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.

23.5% of Sex Offense cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.

Broome County has a 23.4% dismissal rate for Sex Offense cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Sex Offense overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Sex Offense in Broome County, 10.9% receive a jail sentence, 28.6% receive probation, and 37.8% 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: 31.1% dismissal rate, 64.4% conviction rate (59 cases). D Felony: 9.8% dismissal rate, 86.3% conviction rate (56 cases). B Felony: 34.1% dismissal rate, 56.8% conviction rate (47 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. 195 cases analyzed for Sex Offense in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com