Reckless Endangerment-1st in Queens County
PL § 120.25 · Felony · 163 cases · 2024–2025
In Queens County, 20.7% of 163 Reckless Endangerment-1st (PL 120.25) cases were dismissed and 79.3% 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
163
Total Cases
20.7%
Dismissal Rate
79.3%
Conviction Rate
6.7%
DAT Rate
25
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$250
Median Fine
$100–$1000
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
15
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 50 | 54.9% |
| Imprisonment | 24 | 26.4% |
| Fine | 14 | 15.4% |
| Probation | 3 | 3.3% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 8 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 8 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 4 |
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 3 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 18-24 | 60 |
| 25-34 | 42 |
| 35-44 | 25 |
| Under 18 | 18 |
| 45-54 | 10 |
| 55-64 | 4 |
| 65+ | 4 |
PL 120.25 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 272 | 62.9% | 37.1% |
| 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 163 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 20.7% of Reckless Endangerment-1st cases in Queens County are dismissed and 79.3% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $250. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 15 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Reckless Endangerment-1st in Queens County is $250. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 163 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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