Dis/Con:Fight/Violent Behavior in Ulster County
PL § 240.20 · Violation · 103 cases · 2024–2025
In Ulster County, 73.7% of 103 Dis/Con:Fight/Violent Behavior (PL 240.20) cases were dismissed and 26.3% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $50.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
103
Total Cases
73.7%
Dismissal Rate
26.3%
Conviction Rate
88.3%
DAT Rate
42
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$50
Median Fine
$50–$100
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
8
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 12 | 60.0% |
| Fine | 8 | 40.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 54 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 1 |
| Decline to Prosecute - Insufficient Evidence | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 17 |
| 25-34 | 10 |
| 45-54 | 9 |
| 55-64 | 9 |
| 18-24 | 5 |
| Under 18 | 2 |
| 65+ | 1 |
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% |
| Richmond | 352 | 96.0% | 4.0% |
| 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% |
| Cattaraugus | 93 | 61.4% | 38.6% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 103 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 73.7% of Dis/Con:Fight/Violent Behavior cases in Ulster County are dismissed and 26.3% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $50. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 8 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Dis/Con:Fight/Violent Behavior in Ulster County is $50. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 103 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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