In Rensselaer County, 28.4% of 81 Housing Violation (LOC 176) cases were dismissed and 71.6% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $250.

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

81
Total Cases
28.4%
Dismissal Rate
71.6%
Conviction Rate
90.1%
DAT Rate
51
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$250
Median Fine
$50–$2000
Fine Range
58
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Fine 58 100.0%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Decline to Prosecute - Unknown Reason 16
Upon Repair 3
Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) 2
Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) 1
Defective Accusatory Instrument (CPL 170.30 (1)(a)) 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
55-64 8
45-54 7
35-44 7
65+ 2

LOC 176 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Albany 21 28.6% 71.4%

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

Based on 81 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 28.4% of Housing Violation cases in Rensselaer County are dismissed and 71.6% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $250. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 58 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Housing Violation in Rensselaer County is $250.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 81 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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