In Albany County, 36.4% of 31 Reckless Endangerment-1st (PL 120.25) cases were dismissed and 63.6% 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

31
Total Cases
36.4%
Dismissal Rate
63.6%
Conviction Rate
DAT Rate
33
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$500
Median Fine
$500–$500
Fine Range
$325
Median Surcharge
1
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Imprisonment 5 71.4%
Probation 2 28.6%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
ACD 3
Termination of Felony Complaint (CPL 180.85) 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 16
35-44 6
18-24 4
45-54 3
55-64 1

PL 120.25 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Kings 272 62.9% 37.1%
Queens 163 20.7% 79.3%
Erie 101 36.8% 63.2%
Bronx 69 76.5% 23.5%
New York 69 41.1% 58.9%
Monroe 53 13.6% 86.4%
Westchester 44 17.6% 82.4%
Cattaraugus 29 6.2% 93.8%
Suffolk 27 13.3% 86.7%
Broome 25 23.1% 76.9%
Steuben 25 18.2% 81.8%
Richmond 23 0.0% 100.0%
Oswego 20 0.0% 100.0%

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.

Based on 31 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 36.4% of Reckless Endangerment-1st cases in Albany County are dismissed and 63.6% 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-1st in Albany County is $500. The median surcharge is an additional $325.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 31 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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