How long does a Theft of Services case take in Broome County?

The average case takes 7.9 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 Theft of Services in Broome County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. E Felony: 45.8% dismissal rate (141 cases). A Misdemeanor: 55.2% dismissal rate (88 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Theft of Services in Broome County, NY — 47.1% Dismissed

Q: What is the dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Broome County?

The dismissal rate is 47.1%, based on 273 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

Q: How often are Theft of Services charges reduced in Broome County?

61.3% of Theft of Services cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Theft of Services cases in Broome County are dismissed at significantly higher rates than the statewide average, with a 47.1% dismissal rate compared to 31.9% statewide—a gap of 15.2 percentage points. The conviction rate stands at 51.0%, with no acquittals recorded among the 273 total cases. This dismissal trend has strengthened considerably over the past six years, rising from 29.2% in 2019 to 58.5% in 2024, suggesting that prosecutors and courts have grown more cautious about sustaining these charges or that defendants are more successfully challenging them earlier in the process.

When cases proceed toward resolution, charge reductions are common: 61.3% of defendants see their charges reduced rather than resolved as charged. Criminal Possession of Stolen Property accounts for 56.8% of those reductions, indicating prosecutors often step down the severity. Among those convicted, sentences split between jail and prison (each 16.2%), with probation (8.8%) and fines (10.0%) less frequently imposed. Pretrial, most defendants (58.3%) are released on their own recognizance, though 21.6% are remanded without bail and 8.7% have bail set with a median amount of $100.

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

47.1%

Dismissal Rate

51.0%

Conviction Rate

7.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

47.1%

51.0%

Dismissed 47.1% Convicted 51.0% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 1.9%

Source: 273 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Theft of Services in Broome County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
E Felony	141	45.8%	50.6%
A Misdemeanor	88	55.2%	44.8%
D Felony	40	28.6%	71.4%

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 Theft of Services outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	34	29.2%	62.5%
2020	30	50.0%	50.0%
2021	33	47.1%	52.9%
2022	45	36.0%	64.0%
2023	61	54.3%	45.7%
2024	69	58.5%	39.0%

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 Theft of Services in Broome County are handled at arraignment.

58.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.7%

Bail Set

21.6%

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

61.3% of Theft of Services cases
in Broome County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Theft of Services Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

25 cases (53.2%)

Theft of Services Disorderly Conduct

15 cases (31.9%)

Theft of Services Criminal Trespass

4 cases (8.5%)

Theft of Services Petit Larceny

2 cases (4.3%)

Theft of Services Weapons Offense

1 cases (2.1%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Theft of Services convictions in Broome County.

16.2%

Jail

8.8%

Probation

16.2%

State Prison

10.0%

Fine Only

5.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Theft of Services 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	170	50.5%	47.4%
Black	88	44.2%	55.8%
Hispanic	11	25.0%	62.5%

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 273 cases in Broome County, 47.1% are dismissed, 51.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Theft of Services in Broome County is 47.1%, based on 273 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Theft of Services case in Broome County takes 7.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

58.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.7% have bail set, and 21.6% 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 Theft of Services in Broome County is 51.0%, based on 273 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.

61.3% of Theft of Services cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property.

Broome County has a 47.1% dismissal rate for Theft of Services cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Theft of Services overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Theft of Services in Broome County, 16.2% receive a jail sentence, 8.8% receive probation, and 16.2% 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. E Felony: 45.8% dismissal rate, 50.6% conviction rate (141 cases). A Misdemeanor: 55.2% dismissal rate, 44.8% conviction rate (88 cases). D Felony: 28.6% dismissal rate, 71.4% conviction rate (40 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. 273 cases analyzed for Theft of Services in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com