False Report Emergency-3rd in Steuben County
PL § 240.50 · Misdemeanor · 21 cases · 2024–2025
In Steuben County, 33.3% of 21 False Report Emergency-3rd (PL 240.50) cases were dismissed and 66.7% 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
21
Total Cases
33.3%
Dismissal Rate
66.7%
Conviction Rate
9.5%
DAT Rate
40
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$150
Median Fine
$100–$250
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
3
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 4 | 40.0% |
| Imprisonment | 3 | 30.0% |
| Fine | 3 | 30.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 3 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 1 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 7 |
| 25-34 | 6 |
| 45-54 | 6 |
| 18-24 | 2 |
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% |
| Onondaga | 26 | 59.1% | 40.9% |
| Westchester | 25 | 25.0% | 75.0% |
| Jefferson | 23 | 19.0% | 81.0% |
| Orange | 22 | 57.9% | 42.1% |
| Suffolk | 22 | 42.9% | 57.1% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 21 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 33.3% of False Report Emergency-3rd cases in Steuben County are dismissed and 66.7% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $150. 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 Emergency-3rd in Steuben County is $150. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 21 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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