In Richmond County, 5.4% of 37 Take/Possess Fish Contrary/Directive By Dpmt (NYC 40..b) cases were dismissed and 94.6% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $100.

Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026

37
Total Cases
5.4%
Dismissal Rate
94.6%
Conviction Rate
DAT Rate
52
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$100
Median Fine
$50–$725
Fine Range
$75
Median Surcharge
35
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Fine 35 100.0%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Dism - Legally Insufficient 1
Dism & Sealed Cpl 160.50 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
45-54 9
35-44 8
55-64 7
65+ 7
25-34 2
18-24 2

NYC 40..b in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Kings 63 17.7% 82.3%
Queens 55 50.9% 49.1%
Bronx 38 34.2% 65.8%

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

Based on 37 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 5.4% of Take/Possess Fish Contrary/Directive By Dpmt cases in Richmond County are dismissed and 94.6% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 35 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Take/Possess Fish Contrary/Directive By Dpmt in Richmond County is $100. The median surcharge is an additional $75.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 37 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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