Cons Alcohol Public Park <21y in Orange County
LOC § 156 · Violation · 327 cases · 2024–2025
In Orange County, 4.3% of 327 Cons Alcohol Public Park <21y (LOC 156) cases were dismissed and 95.7% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $50.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
327
Total Cases
4.3%
Dismissal Rate
95.7%
Conviction Rate
97.9%
DAT Rate
41
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$50
Median Fine
$10–$300
Fine Range
$25
Median Surcharge
185
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 185 | 82.2% |
| Conditional Discharge | 21 | 9.3% |
| Imprisonment | 19 | 8.4% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Decline to Prosecute - Unknown Reason | 8 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 1 |
| ACD | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 92 |
| 45-54 | 90 |
| 25-34 | 87 |
| 55-64 | 27 |
| 65+ | 15 |
| 18-24 | 13 |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 327 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 4.3% of Cons Alcohol Public Park <21y cases in Orange County are dismissed and 95.7% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $50. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 185 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Cons Alcohol Public Park <21y in Orange County is $50. The median surcharge is an additional $25.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 327 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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