Prohibited Uses - Smoking in Suffolk County
21NYCRR § 1097.5 · Violation · 83 cases · 2024–2025
In Suffolk County, 97.0% of 83 Prohibited Uses - Smoking (21NYCRR 1097.5) cases were dismissed and 3.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $30.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
83
Total Cases
97.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.0%
Conviction Rate
100.0%
DAT Rate
45
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$30
Median Fine
$30–$30
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 1 | 50.0% |
| Conditional Discharge | 1 | 50.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 51 |
| ACD | 13 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 20 |
| 55-64 | 20 |
| 45-54 | 19 |
| 25-34 | 17 |
| 65+ | 3 |
| 18-24 | 3 |
21NYCRR 1097.5 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau | 129 | 92.5% | 7.5% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 83 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 97.0% of Prohibited Uses - Smoking cases in Suffolk County are dismissed and 3.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $30. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 1 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Prohibited Uses - Smoking in Suffolk County is $30. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 83 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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