False Report Incident -3rd in Suffolk County
PL § 240.50 · Misdemeanor · 22 cases · 2024–2025
In Suffolk County, 42.9% of 22 False Report Incident -3rd (PL 240.50) cases were dismissed and 57.1% 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
22
Total Cases
42.9%
Dismissal Rate
57.1%
Conviction Rate
68.2%
DAT Rate
32
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$250
Median Fine
$250–$250
Fine Range
$160
Median Surcharge
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 5 | 71.4% |
| Imprisonment | 1 | 14.3% |
| Fine | 1 | 14.3% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 3 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 2 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 9 |
| 35-44 | 6 |
| 18-24 | 4 |
| 55-64 | 3 |
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% |
| Steuben | 21 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 22 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 42.9% of False Report Incident -3rd cases in Suffolk County are dismissed and 57.1% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $250. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 1 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for False Report Incident -3rd in Suffolk County is $250. The median surcharge is an additional $160.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 22 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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