Idling Of Engine in New York County
AC § 24-.16 · Misdemeanor · 202 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 91.0% of 202 Idling Of Engine (AC 24-.16) cases were dismissed and 9.0% 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
202
Total Cases
91.0%
Dismissal Rate
9.0%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
34
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$25
Median Fine
$20–$50
Fine Range
18
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 18 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 84 |
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 54 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 28 |
| Dismissed | 14 |
| Dismiss/Failure To Prosecute | 2 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 79 |
| 35-44 | 44 |
| 18-24 | 29 |
| 55-64 | 18 |
| 45-54 | 16 |
| 65+ | 13 |
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 202 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 91.0% of Idling Of Engine cases in New York County are dismissed and 9.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $25. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 18 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Idling Of Engine in New York County is $25.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 202 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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