Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place in Queens County
HC § 153..0 · Misdemeanor · 213 cases · 2024–2025
In Queens County, 99.5% of 213 Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place (HC 153..0) cases were dismissed and 0.5% 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
213
Total Cases
99.5%
Dismissal Rate
0.5%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
29
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$25
Median Fine
$25–$25
Fine Range
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 1 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 73 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 44 |
| Dismissed | 34 |
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 27 |
| Dism & Sealed Cpl 160.50 | 23 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 97 |
| 18-24 | 57 |
| 35-44 | 31 |
| 45-54 | 19 |
| 55-64 | 5 |
| Under 18 | 3 |
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 213 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 99.5% of Offensive Matter In Street/Public Place cases in Queens County are dismissed and 0.5% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $25. 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 Queens County is $25.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 213 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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