In Kings County, 97.5% of 120 Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place (HC 153..0) cases were dismissed and 2.5% 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

120
Total Cases
97.5%
Dismissal Rate
2.5%
Conviction Rate
DAT Rate
31
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$25
Median Fine
$15–$50
Fine Range
3
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Fine 3 100.0%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Acd Cpl 170.55 40
Dismissed 39
Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 17
Dism - Legally Insufficient 11
Dismiss/Failure To Prosecute 3

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 49
18-24 26
35-44 25
45-54 15
55-64 2
Under 18 2

HC 153..0 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Queens 213 99.5% 0.5%
New York 103 99.0% 1.0%
Bronx 80 100.0% 0.0%

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.

Based on 120 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 97.5% of Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place cases in Kings County are dismissed and 2.5% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $25. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 3 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place in Kings County is $25.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 120 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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