Criminal Mischief-4th in Niagara County
PL § 145.00 · Misdemeanor · 262 cases · 2024–2025
In Niagara County, 34.7% of 262 Criminal Mischief-4th (PL 145.00) cases were dismissed and 64.4% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $150.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
262
Total Cases
34.7%
Dismissal Rate
64.4%
Conviction Rate
13.0%
DAT Rate
35
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$150
Median Fine
$25–$1000
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
28
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 69 | 54.3% |
| Imprisonment | 28 | 22.0% |
| Fine | 23 | 18.1% |
| Probation | 6 | 4.7% |
| Surcharge/Fee | 1 | 0.8% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 38 |
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 20 |
| Conditions Met - Post ARGN, on Consent of Parties and Court (CPL 170.40) - (e.g. Non-Judicial Divers | 6 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 4 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 4 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 85 |
| 35-44 | 82 |
| 18-24 | 44 |
| 45-54 | 32 |
| 55-64 | 16 |
| 65+ | 3 |
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% |
| Chautauqua | 310 | 45.7% | 54.3% |
| Broome | 294 | 45.5% | 54.5% |
| 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 262 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 34.7% of Criminal Mischief-4th cases in Niagara County are dismissed and 64.4% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $150. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 28 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Criminal Mischief-4th in Niagara County is $150. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 262 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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