Criminal Mischief-4th in Schenectady County
PL § 145.00 · Misdemeanor · 370 cases · 2024–2025
In Schenectady County, 50.3% of 370 Criminal Mischief-4th (PL 145.00) cases were dismissed and 49.7% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $137.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
370
Total Cases
50.3%
Dismissal Rate
49.7%
Conviction Rate
7.3%
DAT Rate
32
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$137
Median Fine
$50–$500
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
30
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 89 | 57.8% |
| Conditional Discharge | 35 | 22.7% |
| Fine | 26 | 16.9% |
| Probation | 4 | 2.6% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 159 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 2 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
| Decline to Prosecute - Insufficient Evidence | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 142 |
| 35-44 | 102 |
| 18-24 | 75 |
| 45-54 | 27 |
| 55-64 | 21 |
| 65+ | 2 |
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% |
| Albany | 326 | 40.1% | 59.9% |
| Chautauqua | 310 | 45.7% | 54.3% |
| 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 370 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 50.3% of Criminal Mischief-4th cases in Schenectady County are dismissed and 49.7% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $137. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 30 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Criminal Mischief-4th in Schenectady County is $137. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 370 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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