In Nassau County, 60.4% of 51 Stalking 4th:Cause Fear (PL 120.45) cases were dismissed and 39.6% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $100.

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

51
Total Cases
60.4%
Dismissal Rate
39.6%
Conviction Rate
5.9%
DAT Rate
34
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$100
Median Fine
$50–$200
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
10
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Fine 10 52.6%
Conditional Discharge 5 26.3%
Probation 2 10.5%
Surcharge 1 5.3%
Imprisonment 1 5.3%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
ACD 18
Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) 6
Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) 3
Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) 2

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 18
35-44 9
55-64 9
18-24 8
45-54 6
65+ 1

PL 120.45 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
New York 38 78.4% 21.6%
Suffolk 32 58.1% 41.9%
Kings 29 85.7% 14.3%
Westchester 27 31.8% 68.2%
Saratoga 23 50.0% 50.0%
Erie 22 65.0% 35.0%

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

Based on 51 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 60.4% of Stalking 4th:Cause Fear cases in Nassau County are dismissed and 39.6% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 10 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Stalking 4th:Cause Fear in Nassau County is $100. The median surcharge is an additional $120.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 51 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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