Criminal Contemp- 2nd in Dutchess County
PL § 215.50 · Misdemeanor · 359 cases · 2024–2025
In Dutchess County, 38.7% of 359 Criminal Contemp- 2nd (PL 215.50) cases were dismissed and 61.3% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $187.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
359
Total Cases
38.7%
Dismissal Rate
61.3%
Conviction Rate
10.6%
DAT Rate
37
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$187
Median Fine
$75–$300
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
28
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 59 | 44.0% |
| Imprisonment | 36 | 26.9% |
| Fine | 27 | 20.1% |
| Probation | 12 | 9.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 52 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 12 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 10 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 5 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 2 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 117 |
| 25-34 | 90 |
| 45-54 | 62 |
| 18-24 | 51 |
| 55-64 | 30 |
| 65+ | 7 |
PL 215.50 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens | 2,667 | 75.4% | 24.6% |
| Kings | 2,504 | 94.2% | 5.8% |
| Suffolk | 2,072 | 55.0% | 44.8% |
| New York | 1,510 | 86.7% | 13.3% |
| Bronx | 1,230 | 93.4% | 6.6% |
| Erie | 1,207 | 48.8% | 50.9% |
| Nassau | 1,064 | 58.0% | 40.8% |
| Monroe | 1,062 | 65.6% | 33.9% |
| Westchester | 1,011 | 64.0% | 35.7% |
| Onondaga | 736 | 61.4% | 38.4% |
| Richmond | 717 | 63.8% | 36.2% |
| Orange | 585 | 54.5% | 45.5% |
| Albany | 563 | 48.6% | 51.4% |
| Oneida | 487 | 25.3% | 74.7% |
| Schenectady | 478 | 44.2% | 55.8% |
| Rockland | 469 | 78.8% | 21.2% |
| Niagara | 445 | 28.9% | 71.1% |
| Chautauqua | 399 | 43.0% | 56.6% |
| Broome | 385 | 31.1% | 68.9% |
| Saratoga | 331 | 31.1% | 68.9% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 359 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 38.7% of Criminal Contemp- 2nd cases in Dutchess County are dismissed and 61.3% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $187. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 28 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Criminal Contemp- 2nd in Dutchess County is $187. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 359 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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