Reckless Endangerment-1st in Westchester County
PL § 120.25 · Felony · 44 cases · 2024–2025
In Westchester County, 17.6% of 44 Reckless Endangerment-1st (PL 120.25) cases were dismissed and 82.4% 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
44
Total Cases
17.6%
Dismissal Rate
82.4%
Conviction Rate
4.5%
DAT Rate
30
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$500
Median Fine
$224–$1500
Fine Range
$395
Median Surcharge
13
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Probation | 15 | 65.2% |
| Fine | 3 | 13.0% |
| Conditional Discharge | 3 | 13.0% |
| Imprisonment | 2 | 8.7% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 3 |
| Superseded by Another Charge (CPL 100.50(1)) | 1 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
| ACD | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 15 |
| 35-44 | 14 |
| 18-24 | 11 |
| 45-54 | 2 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
| 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% |
| 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 44 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 17.6% of Reckless Endangerment-1st cases in Westchester County are dismissed and 82.4% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $500. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 13 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Reckless Endangerment-1st in Westchester County is $500. The median surcharge is an additional $395.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 44 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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