In Kings County, 45.8% of 65 Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) (AC 15-.21) cases were dismissed and 54.2% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $500.

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

65
Total Cases
45.8%
Dismissal Rate
54.2%
Conviction Rate
DAT Rate
34
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$500
Median Fine
$100–$5000
Fine Range
26
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Fine 26 100.0%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Dismissed 8
Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 6
Dism - Legally Insufficient 5
Acd Cpl 170.55 2
Dism, Cpl 150.50/Ins. App. Tic 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 14
35-44 13
18-24 6
55-64 4
45-54 3

AC 15-.21 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
New York 57 14.0% 86.0%
Bronx 45 45.5% 54.5%
Queens 40 55.9% 44.1%

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

Based on 65 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 45.8% of Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) cases in Kings County are dismissed and 54.2% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $500. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 26 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) in Kings County is $500.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 65 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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