Public Lewdness in Onondaga County
PL § 245.00 · Misdemeanor · 42 cases · 2024–2025
In Onondaga County, 61.3% of 42 Public Lewdness (PL 245.00) cases were dismissed and 38.7% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $187.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
42
Total Cases
61.3%
Dismissal Rate
38.7%
Conviction Rate
35.7%
DAT Rate
36
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$187
Median Fine
$175–$200
Fine Range
$160
Median Surcharge
2
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 6 | 50.0% |
| Conditional Discharge | 4 | 33.3% |
| Fine | 2 | 16.7% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 10 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 6 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 1 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
| Defective Accusatory Instrument (CPL 170.30 (1)(a)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 15 |
| 35-44 | 13 |
| 45-54 | 6 |
| 55-64 | 5 |
| 18-24 | 3 |
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 42 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 61.3% of Public Lewdness cases in Onondaga County are dismissed and 38.7% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $187. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 2 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Public Lewdness in Onondaga County is $187. The median surcharge is an additional $160.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 42 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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