Weapon or Other Dangerous Instrument within the Transit Authority in New York County
21NYCRR § 1050.8 · Violation · 96 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 90.0% of 96 Weapon or Other Dangerous Instrument within the Transit Authority (21NYCRR 1050.8) cases were dismissed and 10.0% 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
96
Total Cases
90.0%
Dismissal Rate
10.0%
Conviction Rate
18.8%
DAT Rate
33
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$120
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 9 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 47 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 24 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 7 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 2 |
| Defective Accusatory Instrument (CPL 170.30 (1)(a)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 18-24 | 29 |
| 25-34 | 23 |
| 35-44 | 20 |
| 45-54 | 15 |
| 55-64 | 9 |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 96 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 90.0% of Weapon or Other Dangerous Instrument within the Transit Authority cases in New York County are dismissed and 10.0% 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). 96 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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