Garbage Violation in Tompkins County
LOC § 178-3 · Violation · 90 cases · 2024–2025
In Tompkins County, 24.7% of 90 Garbage Violation (LOC 178-3) cases were dismissed and 75.3% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $100.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
90
Total Cases
24.7%
Dismissal Rate
75.3%
Conviction Rate
94.4%
DAT Rate
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Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$100
Median Fine
$25–$150
Fine Range
55
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 55 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 15 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
| Decline to Prosecute - Unknown Reason | 1 |
| ACD | 1 |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 90 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 24.7% of Garbage Violation cases in Tompkins County are dismissed and 75.3% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 55 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Garbage Violation in Tompkins County is $100.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 90 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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