Menacing-3rd in Nassau County
PL § 120.15 · Misdemeanor · 80 cases · 2024–2025
In Nassau County, 73.7% of 80 Menacing-3rd (PL 120.15) cases were dismissed and 26.3% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $150.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
80
Total Cases
73.7%
Dismissal Rate
26.3%
Conviction Rate
22.5%
DAT Rate
40
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$150
Median Fine
$50–$250
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
9
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 9 | 45.0% |
| Conditional Discharge | 7 | 35.0% |
| Imprisonment | 4 | 20.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 26 |
| ACD | 25 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 2 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 1 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 25 |
| 45-54 | 16 |
| 35-44 | 15 |
| 55-64 | 13 |
| 18-24 | 7 |
| 65+ | 4 |
PL 120.15 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 178 | 91.2% | 8.8% |
| Kings | 163 | 93.7% | 6.3% |
| Queens | 90 | 92.1% | 7.9% |
| Niagara | 70 | 27.4% | 72.6% |
| Westchester | 66 | 53.3% | 46.7% |
| Erie | 62 | 59.6% | 40.4% |
| Bronx | 57 | 94.4% | 5.6% |
| Suffolk | 47 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| Orange | 34 | 53.1% | 46.9% |
| Onondaga | 32 | 56.0% | 44.0% |
| Cattaraugus | 22 | 26.7% | 73.3% |
| Ulster | 20 | 57.1% | 42.9% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 80 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 73.7% of Menacing-3rd cases in Nassau County are dismissed and 26.3% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $150. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 9 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Menacing-3rd in Nassau County is $150. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 80 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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