Unlicensed General Vendor in New York County
AC § 20-.45 · Misdemeanor · 766 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 94.5% of 766 Unlicensed General Vendor (AC 20-.45) cases were dismissed and 5.4% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $25.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
766
Total Cases
94.5%
Dismissal Rate
5.4%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
36
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$25
Median Fine
$20–$150
Fine Range
41
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 41 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 378 |
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 192 |
| Dismissed | 76 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 61 |
| Dismiss/Failure To Prosecute | 8 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 241 |
| 35-44 | 182 |
| 45-54 | 121 |
| 18-24 | 96 |
| 55-64 | 73 |
| 65+ | 37 |
| Under 18 | 9 |
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 766 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 94.5% of Unlicensed General Vendor cases in New York County are dismissed and 5.4% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $25. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 41 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Unlicensed General Vendor in New York County is $25.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 766 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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