Menacing-3rd in New York County
PL § 120.15 · Misdemeanor · 178 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 91.2% of 178 Menacing-3rd (PL 120.15) cases were dismissed and 8.8% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
178
Total Cases
91.2%
Dismissal Rate
8.8%
Conviction Rate
17.4%
DAT Rate
37
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$120
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 7 | 50.0% |
| Conditional Discharge | 7 | 50.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 125 |
| ACD | 11 |
| Superseded by Another Charge (CPL 100.50(1)) | 6 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 5 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 4 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 61 |
| 25-34 | 55 |
| 45-54 | 22 |
| 55-64 | 17 |
| 18-24 | 14 |
| 65+ | 9 |
PL 120.15 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 163 | 93.7% | 6.3% |
| Queens | 90 | 92.1% | 7.9% |
| Nassau | 80 | 73.7% | 26.3% |
| 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 178 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 91.2% of Menacing-3rd cases in New York County are dismissed and 8.8% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in New York County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 178 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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