Reckless Endangerment-1st in Kings County
PL § 120.25 · Felony · 272 cases · 2024–2025
In Kings County, 62.9% of 272 Reckless Endangerment-1st (PL 120.25) cases were dismissed and 37.1% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $150.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
272
Total Cases
62.9%
Dismissal Rate
37.1%
Conviction Rate
2.9%
DAT Rate
26
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$150
Median Fine
$75–$500
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
7
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 30 | 45.5% |
| Imprisonment | 27 | 40.9% |
| Fine | 6 | 9.1% |
| Unconditional Discharge | 1 | 1.5% |
| Probation | 1 | 1.5% |
| License | 1 | 1.5% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Termination of Felony Complaint (CPL 180.85) | 46 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 36 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 19 |
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 11 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 11 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 95 |
| 18-24 | 86 |
| 35-44 | 32 |
| Under 18 | 24 |
| 45-54 | 23 |
| 55-64 | 10 |
| 65+ | 2 |
PL 120.25 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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% |
| 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 272 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 62.9% of Reckless Endangerment-1st cases in Kings County are dismissed and 37.1% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $150. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 7 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Reckless Endangerment-1st in Kings County is $150. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 272 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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