Menacing-3rd in Suffolk County
PL § 120.15 · Misdemeanor · 47 cases · 2024–2025
In Suffolk County, 50.0% of 47 Menacing-3rd (PL 120.15) cases were dismissed and 50.0% 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
47
Total Cases
50.0%
Dismissal Rate
50.0%
Conviction Rate
21.3%
DAT Rate
36
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$250
Median Fine
$100–$300
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
5
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 9 | 50.0% |
| Fine | 5 | 27.8% |
| Imprisonment | 4 | 22.2% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 9 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 6 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 2 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 14 |
| 35-44 | 10 |
| 45-54 | 8 |
| 55-64 | 6 |
| 18-24 | 5 |
| 65+ | 3 |
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% |
| 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% |
| 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 47 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 50.0% of Menacing-3rd cases in Suffolk County are dismissed and 50.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $250. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 5 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Menacing-3rd in Suffolk County is $250. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 47 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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