False Personation in Niagara County
PL § 190.23 · Misdemeanor · 27 cases · 2024–2025
In Niagara County, 12.0% of 27 False Personation (PL 190.23) cases were dismissed and 88.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $125.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
27
Total Cases
12.0%
Dismissal Rate
88.0%
Conviction Rate
40.7%
DAT Rate
30
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$125
Median Fine
$37–$150
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
5
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 9 | 42.9% |
| Imprisonment | 7 | 33.3% |
| Fine | 5 | 23.8% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 1 |
| Conditions Met - Post ARGN, on Consent of Parties and Court (CPL 170.40) - (e.g. Non-Judicial Divers | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 10 |
| 18-24 | 7 |
| 35-44 | 6 |
| 55-64 | 2 |
| 45-54 | 2 |
PL 190.23 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 398 | 81.8% | 18.2% |
| Queens | 242 | 84.1% | 15.9% |
| Bronx | 237 | 85.5% | 14.5% |
| Suffolk | 161 | 37.9% | 62.1% |
| Erie | 128 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
| Westchester | 72 | 22.0% | 78.0% |
| Orange | 54 | 21.4% | 78.6% |
| Monroe | 43 | 34.6% | 65.4% |
| Nassau | 40 | 53.1% | 46.9% |
| Onondaga | 37 | 73.3% | 26.7% |
| Oneida | 35 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| Richmond | 27 | 48.1% | 51.9% |
| Albany | 25 | 25.0% | 75.0% |
| Chemung | 25 | 26.3% | 73.7% |
| New York | 25 | 71.4% | 28.6% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 27 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 12.0% of False Personation cases in Niagara County are dismissed and 88.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $125. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 5 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for False Personation in Niagara County is $125. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 27 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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