In Broome County, strangulation cases result in conviction in about 69% of cases, slightly above the statewide dismissal rate trend. The county's dismissal rate of 30.2% runs 4.7 percentage points below the statewide average of 34.9%, suggesting prosecutors here pursue these charges more aggressively or cases are somewhat stronger. However, dismissals have surged dramatically over the past five years, rising from 12.2% in 2019 to 43.1% in 2024, indicating a significant shift in how these cases are resolved. Cases take a median of six months to disposition.

Charge reductions are a dominant feature of strangulation cases in Broome County, with nearly 59% of charges being reduced before trial. Harassment is the overwhelming target of these reductions, accounting for 70% of all plea bargains, followed distantly by Disorderly Conduct and other charges. At pretrial, over a third of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while roughly 22% have bail set at a median of $1,000. Among those convicted, sentences emphasize probation and jail time over incarceration, with only 3% receiving prison sentences.

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

30.2%
Dismissal Rate
69.0%
Conviction Rate
6.1 months
Avg Duration
30.2%
69.0%
Dismissed 30.2% Convicted 69.0% Acquitted 0.4%

Source: 291 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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

Charge Class Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor 216 32.0% 67.4%
D Felony 75 24.6% 73.8%

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.

How Strangulation outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.

Year Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
2019 49 12.2% 85.4%
2020 49 19.5% 78.0%
2021 36 23.3% 76.7%
2022 40 22.9% 77.1%
2023 58 52.3% 47.7%
2024 59 43.1% 56.9%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

How defendants charged with Strangulation in Broome County are handled at arraignment.

36.4%
Released on Recognizance (ROR)
22.4%
Bail Set
17.8%
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.

58.7% of Strangulation cases
in Broome County are reduced
Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.
Most common reductions
Strangulation Harassment
52 cases (59.8%)
Strangulation Other
11 cases (12.6%)
Strangulation Disorderly Conduct
11 cases (12.6%)
Strangulation Assault
7 cases (8.0%)
Strangulation Endangering Welfare of a Child
6 cases (6.9%)

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Strangulation convictions in Broome County.

13.2%
Jail
13.8%
Probation
3.0%
State Prison
4.2%
Fine Only
12.0%
Time Served

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Case outcome rates by race for Strangulation 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 134 31.3% 67.8%
Black 128 27.0% 72.0%
Hispanic 22 40.0% 60.0%

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.

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 291 cases in Broome County, 30.2% are dismissed, 69.0% result in conviction, and 0.4% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.
The dismissal rate for Strangulation in Broome County is 30.2%, based on 291 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.
The average Strangulation case in Broome County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.
36.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 22.4% have bail set, and 17.8% 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 Strangulation in Broome County is 69.0%, based on 291 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.
58.7% of Strangulation cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Harassment.
Broome County has a 30.2% dismissal rate for Strangulation cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Strangulation overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.
For those convicted of Strangulation in Broome County, 13.2% receive a jail sentence, 13.8% receive probation, and 3.0% 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: 32.0% dismissal rate, 67.4% conviction rate (216 cases). D Felony: 24.6% dismissal rate, 73.8% conviction rate (75 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. 291 cases analyzed for Strangulation in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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