Welfare Fraud-3rd Degree in Onondaga County
PL § 158.15 · Felony · 37 cases · 2024–2025
In Onondaga County, 36.0% of 37 Welfare Fraud-3rd Degree (PL 158.15) cases were dismissed and 64.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
37
Total Cases
36.0%
Dismissal Rate
64.0%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
37
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$200
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 11 | 84.6% |
| Probation | 2 | 15.4% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 5 |
| Dismissed | 4 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 16 |
| 25-34 | 15 |
| 45-54 | 5 |
| 65+ | 1 |
PL 158.15 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery | 28 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 37 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 36.0% of Welfare Fraud-3rd Degree cases in Onondaga County are dismissed and 64.0% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in Onondaga County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 37 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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