Public Lewdness in New York County
PL § 245.00 · Misdemeanor · 203 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 81.4% of 203 Public Lewdness (PL 245.00) cases were dismissed and 18.1% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
203
Total Cases
81.4%
Dismissal Rate
18.1%
Conviction Rate
31.0%
DAT Rate
39
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$200
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 27 | 79.4% |
| Conditional Discharge | 7 | 20.6% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 98 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 19 |
| ACD | 12 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 10 |
| Superseded by Another Charge (CPL 100.50(1)) | 6 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 64 |
| 25-34 | 56 |
| 45-54 | 36 |
| 55-64 | 21 |
| 18-24 | 14 |
| 65+ | 12 |
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Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 203 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 81.4% of Public Lewdness cases in New York County are dismissed and 18.1% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in New York County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 203 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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