Reckless Endangerment-1st in Erie County
PL § 120.25 · Felony · 101 cases · 2024–2025
In Erie County, 36.8% of 101 Reckless Endangerment-1st (PL 120.25) cases were dismissed and 63.2% 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
101
Total Cases
36.8%
Dismissal Rate
63.2%
Conviction Rate
1.0%
DAT Rate
28
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$250
Median Fine
$75–$500
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
8
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 14 | 41.2% |
| Conditional Discharge | 11 | 32.4% |
| Fine | 8 | 23.5% |
| Probation | 1 | 2.9% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dismissed | 17 |
| ACD | 2 |
| Untimely Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(d)) | 1 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 18-24 | 30 |
| 25-34 | 24 |
| 35-44 | 23 |
| Under 18 | 15 |
| 45-54 | 6 |
| 65+ | 2 |
| 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% |
| 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% |
| Albany | 31 | 36.4% | 63.6% |
| 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% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 101 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 36.8% of Reckless Endangerment-1st cases in Erie County are dismissed and 63.2% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $250. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 8 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Reckless Endangerment-1st in Erie County is $250. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 101 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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