Criminal Possesion of Knives or Dangerous Instruments in New York County
AC § 10-133 · Violation · 159 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 81.0% of 159 Criminal Possesion of Knives or Dangerous Instruments (AC 10-133) cases were dismissed and 19.0% 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
159
Total Cases
81.0%
Dismissal Rate
19.0%
Conviction Rate
20.1%
DAT Rate
34
Median Age
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 21 | 72.4% |
| Conditional Discharge | 8 | 27.6% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 57 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 47 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 18 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 2 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 54 |
| 35-44 | 42 |
| 18-24 | 27 |
| 55-64 | 17 |
| 45-54 | 15 |
| 65+ | 4 |
AC 10-133 in Other Counties
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 159 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 81.0% of Criminal Possesion of Knives or Dangerous Instruments cases in New York County are dismissed and 19.0% 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). 159 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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