Smoking Or Spitting in Kings County
HC § 81..27 · Misdemeanor · 200 cases · 2024–2025
In Kings County, 98.5% of 200 Smoking Or Spitting (HC 81..27) cases were dismissed and 1.5% 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
200
Total Cases
98.5%
Dismissal Rate
1.5%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
28
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$25
Median Fine
$25–$50
Fine Range
3
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 3 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 113 |
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 59 |
| Dismissed | 13 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 9 |
| Dism, Cpl 150.50/Ins. App. Tic | 2 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 68 |
| 18-24 | 57 |
| 35-44 | 37 |
| Under 18 | 17 |
| 45-54 | 14 |
| 55-64 | 4 |
| 65+ | 2 |
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 200 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 98.5% of Smoking Or Spitting cases in Kings County are dismissed and 1.5% 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 Smoking Or Spitting in Kings County is $25.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 200 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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