Reckless Driving in Monroe County
VTL § 1212 · Misdemeanor · 22 cases · 2024–2025
In Monroe County, 14.3% of 22 Reckless Driving (VTL 1212) cases were dismissed and 85.7% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $200.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
22
Total Cases
14.3%
Dismissal Rate
85.7%
Conviction Rate
31.8%
DAT Rate
27
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$200
Median Fine
$62–$450
Fine Range
$88
Median Surcharge
7
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 5 | 45.5% |
| Conditional Discharge | 4 | 36.4% |
| Probation | 1 | 9.1% |
| Imprisonment | 1 | 9.1% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
| ACD | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 7 |
| 18-24 | 5 |
| Under 18 | 4 |
| 35-44 | 4 |
| 55-64 | 1 |
| 65+ | 1 |
VTL 1212 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk | 372 | 10.5% | 89.5% |
| Nassau | 159 | 16.6% | 83.4% |
| Erie | 129 | 21.1% | 78.9% |
| Kings | 100 | 84.8% | 15.2% |
| Bronx | 84 | 73.2% | 26.8% |
| Queens | 75 | 55.4% | 44.6% |
| New York | 74 | 83.3% | 16.7% |
| Westchester | 68 | 30.3% | 69.7% |
| Niagara | 56 | 15.1% | 84.9% |
| Onondaga | 55 | 31.2% | 68.8% |
| Albany | 34 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Orange | 25 | 15.8% | 84.2% |
| Broome | 22 | 43.8% | 56.2% |
| Cattaraugus | 21 | 5.6% | 94.4% |
| Saratoga | 20 | 15.0% | 85.0% |
| Schenectady | 20 | 5.9% | 94.1% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 22 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 14.3% of Reckless Driving cases in Monroe County are dismissed and 85.7% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $200. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 7 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Reckless Driving in Monroe County is $200. The median surcharge is an additional $88.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 22 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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