In New York County, 78.4% of 38 Stalking 4th:Cause Fear (PL 120.45) cases were dismissed and 21.6% 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

38
Total Cases
78.4%
Dismissal Rate
21.6%
Conviction Rate
10.5%
DAT Rate
32
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$120
Median Surcharge

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Imprisonment 5 71.4%
Conditional Discharge 2 28.6%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) 15
ACD 9
Superseded by Another Charge (CPL 100.50(1)) 2
Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) 1
Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 17
35-44 7
18-24 5
55-64 4
65+ 3
45-54 2

PL 120.45 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Nassau 51 60.4% 39.6%
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 38 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 78.4% of Stalking 4th:Cause Fear cases in New York County are dismissed and 21.6% 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). 38 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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