Inadequate Brake/Steering/Horn in Westchester County
VTL § 0375 · Misdemeanor · 23 cases · 2024–2025
In Westchester County, 34.8% of 23 Inadequate Brake/Steering/Horn (VTL 0375) cases were dismissed and 65.2% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $106.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
23
Total Cases
34.8%
Dismissal Rate
65.2%
Conviction Rate
82.6%
DAT Rate
29
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$106
Median Fine
$25–$387
Fine Range
$40
Median Surcharge
14
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 14 | 93.3% |
| Surcharge | 1 | 6.7% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Decline to Prosecute - Unknown Reason | 3 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 2 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 1 |
| Dismissed | 1 |
| Decline to Prosecute - DAT Processing Problem or Officer Unavailable | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 8 |
| 18-24 | 6 |
| 35-44 | 3 |
| 45-54 | 2 |
| 65+ | 2 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
| 55-64 | 1 |
VTL 0375 in Other Counties
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 23 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 34.8% of Inadequate Brake/Steering/Horn cases in Westchester County are dismissed and 65.2% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $106. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 14 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Inadequate Brake/Steering/Horn in Westchester County is $106. The median surcharge is an additional $40.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 23 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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