Criminal Mischief-3rd in Onondaga County
PL § 145.05 · Felony · 317 cases · 2024–2025
In Onondaga County, 69.2% of 317 Criminal Mischief-3rd (PL 145.05) cases were dismissed and 30.8% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $56.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
317
Total Cases
69.2%
Dismissal Rate
30.8%
Conviction Rate
12.6%
DAT Rate
31
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$56
Median Fine
$12–$100
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
2
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 39 | 66.1% |
| Imprisonment | 10 | 16.9% |
| Probation | 7 | 11.9% |
| Fine | 2 | 3.4% |
| Fee | 1 | 1.7% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 114 |
| Dismissed | 27 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 1 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 111 |
| 18-24 | 88 |
| 35-44 | 71 |
| 45-54 | 18 |
| 55-64 | 16 |
| Under 18 | 10 |
| 65+ | 3 |
PL 145.05 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau | 889 | 47.6% | 52.4% |
| Erie | 831 | 64.9% | 35.1% |
| Westchester | 427 | 50.0% | 49.7% |
| Albany | 322 | 30.5% | 69.5% |
| Niagara | 284 | 31.8% | 68.2% |
| Kings | 279 | 78.5% | 21.5% |
| Monroe | 258 | 33.6% | 65.7% |
| Suffolk | 251 | 34.1% | 65.9% |
| Queens | 250 | 39.2% | 60.8% |
| Orange | 241 | 58.4% | 41.6% |
| Schenectady | 171 | 36.9% | 63.1% |
| Chautauqua | 154 | 34.1% | 65.9% |
| Dutchess | 131 | 22.8% | 77.2% |
| Rockland | 130 | 68.8% | 31.2% |
| Rensselaer | 129 | 43.0% | 57.0% |
| Jefferson | 124 | 6.5% | 93.5% |
| New York | 123 | 44.6% | 55.4% |
| Broome | 116 | 41.7% | 58.3% |
| Saratoga | 101 | 12.7% | 87.3% |
| St. Lawrence | 92 | 29.7% | 70.3% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 317 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 69.2% of Criminal Mischief-3rd cases in Onondaga County are dismissed and 30.8% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $56. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 2 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Criminal Mischief-3rd in Onondaga County is $56. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 317 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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