Taking Shellfish At Night in Kings County
ECL § 13-.30 · Misdemeanor · 86 cases · 2024–2025
In Kings County, 29.6% of 86 Taking Shellfish At Night (ECL 13-.30) cases were dismissed and 70.4% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $250.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
86
Total Cases
29.6%
Dismissal Rate
70.4%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
48
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$250
Median Fine
$50–$900
Fine Range
$75
Median Surcharge
57
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 57 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dism, Conviction Related Dkt | 15 |
| Dismissed | 5 |
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 3 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 45-54 | 22 |
| 55-64 | 19 |
| 35-44 | 19 |
| 65+ | 8 |
| 25-34 | 7 |
| 18-24 | 2 |
ECL 13-.30 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens | 91 | 68.9% | 31.1% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 86 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 29.6% of Taking Shellfish At Night cases in Kings County are dismissed and 70.4% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $250. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 57 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Taking Shellfish At Night in Kings County is $250. The median surcharge is an additional $75.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 86 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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