Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) in New York County
AC § 15-.21 · Violation · 57 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 14.0% of 57 Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) (AC 15-.21) cases were dismissed and 86.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $400.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
57
Total Cases
14.0%
Dismissal Rate
86.0%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
39
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$400
Median Fine
$200–$5000
Fine Range
37
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 37 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dismissed | 3 |
| Dismiss/Failure To Prosecute | 1 |
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 1 |
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 45-54 | 9 |
| 35-44 | 7 |
| 25-34 | 6 |
| 18-24 | 4 |
| 65+ | 1 |
| 55-64 | 1 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 57 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 14.0% of Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) cases in New York County are dismissed and 86.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $400. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 37 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) in New York County is $400.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 57 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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