In New York County, 41.1% of 69 Reckless Endangerment-1st (PL 120.25) cases were dismissed and 58.9% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data.

Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026

69
Total Cases
41.1%
Dismissal Rate
58.9%
Conviction Rate
4.3%
DAT Rate
29
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$200
Median Surcharge

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Imprisonment 22 75.9%
Conditional Discharge 6 20.7%
Probation 1 3.4%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) 10
Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) 5
Dismissed 4
Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) 3
Motion to Dismiss Granted 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 29
18-24 20
35-44 10
45-54 5
55-64 3
65+ 1
Under 18 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%
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%

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

Based on 69 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 41.1% of Reckless Endangerment-1st cases in New York County are dismissed and 58.9% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in New York County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 69 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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