False Report Incident-3rd in Onondaga County
PL § 240.50 · Misdemeanor · 26 cases · 2024–2025
In Onondaga County, 59.1% of 26 False Report Incident-3rd (PL 240.50) cases were dismissed and 40.9% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $114.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
26
Total Cases
59.1%
Dismissal Rate
40.9%
Conviction Rate
38.5%
DAT Rate
30
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$114
Median Fine
$100–$125
Fine Range
$160
Median Surcharge
3
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 3 | 42.9% |
| Imprisonment | 2 | 28.6% |
| Conditional Discharge | 2 | 28.6% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 6 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 3 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 2 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 18-24 | 8 |
| 25-34 | 8 |
| 45-54 | 4 |
| 35-44 | 3 |
| 55-64 | 2 |
| 65+ | 1 |
PL 240.50 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie | 67 | 56.5% | 43.5% |
| Monroe | 53 | 59.1% | 40.9% |
| Queens | 48 | 70.8% | 29.2% |
| New York | 42 | 82.5% | 17.5% |
| Bronx | 37 | 87.9% | 12.1% |
| Kings | 36 | 97.1% | 2.9% |
| Albany | 35 | 43.3% | 56.7% |
| Oswego | 29 | 36.8% | 63.2% |
| Westchester | 25 | 25.0% | 75.0% |
| Jefferson | 23 | 19.0% | 81.0% |
| Orange | 22 | 57.9% | 42.1% |
| Suffolk | 22 | 42.9% | 57.1% |
| Steuben | 21 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 26 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 59.1% of False Report Incident-3rd cases in Onondaga County are dismissed and 40.9% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $114. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 3 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for False Report Incident-3rd in Onondaga County is $114. The median surcharge is an additional $160.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 26 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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