Criminal Mischief-4th in Chautauqua County
PL § 145.00 · Misdemeanor · 310 cases · 2024–2025
In Chautauqua County, 45.7% of 310 Criminal Mischief-4th (PL 145.00) cases were dismissed and 54.3% 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
310
Total Cases
45.7%
Dismissal Rate
54.3%
Conviction Rate
9.7%
DAT Rate
34
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$100
Median Fine
$25–$250
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
20
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 59 | 46.5% |
| Imprisonment | 31 | 24.4% |
| Fine | 20 | 15.7% |
| Probation | 14 | 11.0% |
| Surcharge/Fee | 3 | 2.4% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 64 |
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 16 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 14 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 6 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 6 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 93 |
| 25-34 | 92 |
| 18-24 | 67 |
| 45-54 | 36 |
| 55-64 | 16 |
| 65+ | 5 |
PL 145.00 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 3,986 | 92.7% | 7.3% |
| Queens | 3,148 | 82.7% | 17.3% |
| New York | 3,006 | 82.5% | 17.5% |
| Bronx | 2,231 | 85.6% | 14.4% |
| Monroe | 1,247 | 76.7% | 23.3% |
| Erie | 931 | 63.1% | 36.9% |
| Suffolk | 921 | 60.7% | 39.3% |
| Nassau | 751 | 78.5% | 21.5% |
| Onondaga | 710 | 72.2% | 27.8% |
| Richmond | 701 | 70.4% | 29.6% |
| Oneida | 547 | 30.9% | 69.1% |
| Westchester | 518 | 56.8% | 43.0% |
| Orange | 404 | 64.1% | 35.7% |
| Schenectady | 370 | 50.3% | 49.7% |
| Albany | 326 | 40.1% | 59.9% |
| Broome | 294 | 45.5% | 54.5% |
| Niagara | 262 | 34.7% | 64.4% |
| Rockland | 197 | 69.4% | 30.6% |
| Ulster | 189 | 58.6% | 41.4% |
| Saratoga | 177 | 39.3% | 60.7% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 310 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 45.7% of Criminal Mischief-4th cases in Chautauqua County are dismissed and 54.3% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 20 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Criminal Mischief-4th in Chautauqua County is $100. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 310 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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