Tamper With Physical Evidence in Chautauqua County
PL § 215.40 · Felony · 33 cases · 2024–2025
In Chautauqua County, 5.0% of 33 Tamper With Physical Evidence (PL 215.40) cases were dismissed and 95.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $258.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
33
Total Cases
5.0%
Dismissal Rate
95.0%
Conviction Rate
21.2%
DAT Rate
41
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$258
Median Fine
$112–$405
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
2
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 8 | 47.1% |
| Probation | 5 | 29.4% |
| Imprisonment | 2 | 11.8% |
| Fine | 2 | 11.8% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 14 |
| 25-34 | 10 |
| 45-54 | 7 |
| 55-64 | 1 |
| 18-24 | 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% |
| Fulton | 29 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Suffolk | 29 | 27.8% | 72.2% |
| Albany | 28 | 5.3% | 94.7% |
| Livingston | 28 | 5.6% | 94.4% |
| Cattaraugus | 20 | 9.1% | 90.9% |
| Genesee | 20 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 33 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 5.0% of Tamper With Physical Evidence cases in Chautauqua County are dismissed and 95.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $258. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 2 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Tamper With Physical Evidence in Chautauqua County is $258. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 33 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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