Crim Contempt-2nd:Disobey Crt in Niagara County
PL § 215.50 · Misdemeanor · 445 cases · 2024–2025
In Niagara County, 28.9% of 445 Crim Contempt-2nd:Disobey Crt (PL 215.50) cases were dismissed and 71.1% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $150.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
445
Total Cases
28.9%
Dismissal Rate
71.1%
Conviction Rate
3.1%
DAT Rate
35
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$150
Median Fine
$50–$700
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
42
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 73 | 40.3% |
| Imprisonment | 66 | 36.5% |
| Fine | 29 | 16.0% |
| Probation | 13 | 7.2% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 24 |
| Conditions Met - Post ARGN, on Consent of Parties and Court (CPL 170.40) - (e.g. Non-Judicial Divers | 17 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 14 |
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 9 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 4 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 145 |
| 35-44 | 130 |
| 45-54 | 73 |
| 18-24 | 68 |
| 55-64 | 22 |
| 65+ | 6 |
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% |
| Chautauqua | 399 | 43.0% | 56.6% |
| Broome | 385 | 31.1% | 68.9% |
| Dutchess | 359 | 38.7% | 61.3% |
| Saratoga | 331 | 31.1% | 68.9% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 445 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 28.9% of Crim Contempt-2nd:Disobey Crt cases in Niagara County are dismissed and 71.1% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $150. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 42 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Contempt-2nd:Disobey Crt in Niagara County is $150. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 445 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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