Tamp W/Phys Ev:Conceal/Destroy in Cattaraugus County
PL § 215.40 · Felony · 20 cases · 2024–2025
In Cattaraugus County, 9.1% of 20 Tamp W/Phys Ev:Conceal/Destroy (PL 215.40) cases were dismissed and 90.9% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $500.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
20
Total Cases
9.1%
Dismissal Rate
90.9%
Conviction Rate
35.0%
DAT Rate
29
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$500
Median Fine
$500–$500
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 5 | 71.4% |
| Conditional Discharge | 2 | 28.6% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 13 |
| 35-44 | 4 |
| 45-54 | 2 |
| 55-64 | 1 |
PL 215.40 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 237 | 64.9% | 35.1% |
| New York | 174 | 53.3% | 46.7% |
| Queens | 118 | 55.6% | 44.4% |
| Erie | 59 | 26.8% | 73.2% |
| Broome | 52 | 34.6% | 65.4% |
| Westchester | 50 | 22.2% | 77.8% |
| Nassau | 47 | 13.9% | 86.1% |
| Orange | 45 | 2.9% | 97.1% |
| Steuben | 34 | 15.4% | 84.6% |
| Chautauqua | 33 | 5.0% | 95.0% |
| Fulton | 29 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Suffolk | 29 | 27.8% | 72.2% |
| Albany | 28 | 5.3% | 94.7% |
| Livingston | 28 | 5.6% | 94.4% |
| Genesee | 20 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 20 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 9.1% of Tamp W/Phys Ev:Conceal/Destroy cases in Cattaraugus County are dismissed and 90.9% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $500. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 1 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Tamp W/Phys Ev:Conceal/Destroy in Cattaraugus County is $500. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 20 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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