Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place in New York County
HC § 153..0 · Misdemeanor · 103 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 99.0% of 103 Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place (HC 153..0) cases were dismissed and 1.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $50.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
103
Total Cases
99.0%
Dismissal Rate
1.0%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
32
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$50
Median Fine
$50–$50
Fine Range
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 1 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dismissed | 36 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 27 |
| Dismiss/Failure To Prosecute | 15 |
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 15 |
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 8 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 18-24 | 27 |
| 35-44 | 26 |
| 25-34 | 25 |
| 45-54 | 16 |
| 55-64 | 4 |
| Under 18 | 2 |
| 65+ | 2 |
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 103 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 99.0% of Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place cases in New York County are dismissed and 1.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $50. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 1 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place in New York County is $50.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 103 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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