Criminal Mischief-3rd in Schenectady County
PL § 145.05 · Felony · 171 cases · 2024–2025
In Schenectady County, 36.9% of 171 Criminal Mischief-3rd (PL 145.05) cases were dismissed and 63.1% 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
171
Total Cases
36.9%
Dismissal Rate
63.1%
Conviction Rate
10.5%
DAT Rate
30
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$150
Median Fine
$50–$325
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
10
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 49 | 66.2% |
| Conditional Discharge | 13 | 17.6% |
| Fine | 8 | 10.8% |
| Probation | 3 | 4.1% |
| Surcharge | 1 | 1.4% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 42 |
| Dismissed under MHL 9.43; CPL 170.30 | 2 |
| Other Jurisdictional/Legal Impediment (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 1 |
| Dismissed | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 57 |
| 35-44 | 39 |
| 18-24 | 37 |
| 45-54 | 14 |
| Under 18 | 12 |
| 55-64 | 8 |
| 65+ | 2 |
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% |
| Onondaga | 317 | 69.2% | 30.8% |
| 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% |
| 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 171 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 36.9% of Criminal Mischief-3rd cases in Schenectady County are dismissed and 63.1% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $150. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 10 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Criminal Mischief-3rd in Schenectady County is $150. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 171 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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