Obstruction Of Fire Hydrants in New York County
AC § 15-.20 · Violation · 34 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 70.6% of 34 Obstruction Of Fire Hydrants (AC 15-.20) cases were dismissed and 29.4% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $25.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
34
Total Cases
70.6%
Dismissal Rate
29.4%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
34
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$25
Median Fine
$20–$50
Fine Range
10
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 10 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 11 |
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 5 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 4 |
| Dism, Conviction Related Dkt | 3 |
| Dismiss/Failure To Prosecute | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 11 |
| 35-44 | 9 |
| 18-24 | 6 |
| 45-54 | 4 |
| 55-64 | 3 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
AC 15-.20 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 21 | 90.5% | 9.5% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 34 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 70.6% of Obstruction Of Fire Hydrants cases in New York County are dismissed and 29.4% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $25. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 10 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Obstruction Of Fire Hydrants in New York County is $25.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 34 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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