Reckless Endangerment-2nd in Onondaga County
PL § 120.20 · Misdemeanor · 40 cases · 2024–2025
In Onondaga County, 54.3% of 40 Reckless Endangerment-2nd (PL 120.20) cases were dismissed and 45.7% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $500.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
40
Total Cases
54.3%
Dismissal Rate
45.7%
Conviction Rate
12.5%
DAT Rate
30
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$500
Median Fine
$500–$500
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 10 | 62.5% |
| Imprisonment | 3 | 18.8% |
| Probation | 2 | 12.5% |
| Fine | 1 | 6.2% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 17 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 1 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 14 |
| 18-24 | 13 |
| 35-44 | 10 |
| 45-54 | 3 |
PL 120.20 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronx | 1,953 | 71.6% | 28.4% |
| Kings | 958 | 79.2% | 20.7% |
| New York | 525 | 75.0% | 25.0% |
| Queens | 517 | 49.6% | 50.4% |
| Suffolk | 90 | 36.4% | 63.6% |
| Westchester | 85 | 19.2% | 80.8% |
| Erie | 84 | 41.1% | 58.9% |
| Nassau | 81 | 27.6% | 72.4% |
| Richmond | 80 | 23.8% | 76.2% |
| Albany | 42 | 38.9% | 61.1% |
| Monroe | 36 | 53.3% | 46.7% |
| Orange | 31 | 34.6% | 65.4% |
| Broome | 29 | 17.4% | 82.6% |
| Niagara | 29 | 26.1% | 73.9% |
| Chautauqua | 28 | 43.5% | 56.5% |
| Schenectady | 22 | 10.5% | 89.5% |
| Rensselaer | 21 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| Saratoga | 21 | 36.8% | 63.2% |
| Oneida | 20 | 23.5% | 76.5% |
| Oswego | 20 | 27.3% | 72.7% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 40 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 54.3% of Reckless Endangerment-2nd cases in Onondaga County are dismissed and 45.7% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $500. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 1 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Reckless Endangerment-2nd in Onondaga County is $500. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 40 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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