Disorderly Conduct in Richmond County
PL § 240.20 · Violation · 352 cases · 2024–2025
In Richmond County, 96.0% of 352 Disorderly Conduct (PL 240.20) cases were dismissed and 4.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $250.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
352
Total Cases
96.0%
Dismissal Rate
4.0%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
31
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$250
Median Fine
$50–$250
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
12
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 12 | 85.7% |
| Conditional Discharge | 2 | 14.3% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 180 |
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 71 |
| Dismissed | 55 |
| Dism & Sealed Cpl 160.50 | 15 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 14 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 18-24 | 94 |
| 25-34 | 78 |
| 35-44 | 75 |
| 45-54 | 42 |
| Under 18 | 37 |
| 55-64 | 17 |
| 65+ | 5 |
PL 240.20 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 8,634 | 96.9% | 3.1% |
| Kings | 5,161 | 96.9% | 3.1% |
| Bronx | 4,741 | 98.1% | 1.8% |
| Queens | 2,409 | 94.7% | 5.3% |
| Westchester | 508 | 41.0% | 58.3% |
| Broome | 313 | 91.9% | 7.7% |
| Orange | 203 | 39.8% | 60.2% |
| Suffolk | 162 | 65.0% | 35.0% |
| Erie | 159 | 77.1% | 22.9% |
| Albany | 156 | 84.1% | 15.9% |
| Oneida | 136 | 35.7% | 64.3% |
| Monroe | 127 | 87.3% | 11.9% |
| Oswego | 127 | 79.2% | 20.8% |
| Nassau | 126 | 61.2% | 37.9% |
| Onondaga | 126 | 70.2% | 29.8% |
| Cortland | 122 | 27.9% | 72.1% |
| Niagara | 116 | 80.0% | 20.0% |
| Jefferson | 114 | 57.0% | 43.0% |
| Ulster | 103 | 73.7% | 26.3% |
| Cattaraugus | 93 | 61.4% | 38.6% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 352 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 96.0% of Disorderly Conduct cases in Richmond County are dismissed and 4.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $250. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 12 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Disorderly Conduct in Richmond County is $250. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 352 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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