In Queens County, 55.9% of 40 Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) (AC 15-.21) cases were dismissed and 44.1% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $750.

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

40
Total Cases
55.9%
Dismissal Rate
44.1%
Conviction Rate
DAT Rate
47
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$750
Median Fine
$100–$4000
Fine Range
15
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Fine 15 100.0%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Dism - Legally Insufficient 7
Dism & Sealed Cpl 160.50 5
Acd Cpl 170.55 3
Dismissed 2
Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
45-54 9
55-64 7
25-34 7
35-44 5
18-24 3
65+ 1

AC 15-.21 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Kings 65 45.8% 54.2%
New York 57 14.0% 86.0%
Bronx 45 45.5% 54.5%

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

Based on 40 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 55.9% of Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) cases in Queens County are dismissed and 44.1% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $750. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 15 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Fire Prevention & Cntrl/Penalties(Negligent) in Queens County is $750.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 40 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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