In Suffolk County, 97.4% of 130 Refuse or fail to present a valid LIRR ticket or tender fare (21NYCRR 1097.9) cases were dismissed and 2.6% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $50.

Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026

130
Total Cases
97.4%
Dismissal Rate
2.6%
Conviction Rate
100.0%
DAT Rate
30
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$50
Median Fine
$50–$50
Fine Range
2
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Fine 2 66.7%
Imprisonment 1 33.3%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) 107
Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) 3
ACD 2

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 37
18-24 35
35-44 27
Under 18 10
45-54 9
55-64 8
65+ 1

21NYCRR 1097.9 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Nassau 267 92.7% 7.3%

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.

Based on 130 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 97.4% of Refuse or fail to present a valid LIRR ticket or tender fare cases in Suffolk County are dismissed and 2.6% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $50. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 2 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Refuse or fail to present a valid LIRR ticket or tender fare in Suffolk County is $50.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 130 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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