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PCC 14-5 — Loitering for the purpose of using or possessing a controlled substance

Violation · 52 cases across 1 counties · 2024–2025

Under PCC § 14-5 (Loitering for the purpose of using or possessing a controlled substance), 32.6% of 52 cases statewide were dismissed and 67.4% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data across 1 New York counties.

Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Loitering for the purpose of using or possessing a controlled substance is classified as a Violation under New York law. Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers criminal court arraignments in 2024–2025, updated monthly. Last updated: March 2026

52
Total Cases
32.6%
Dismissal Rate
67.4%
Conviction Rate
1
Counties

See also: All Other charges (DCJS data, 2019–2024) for pretrial release, bail, and charge reduction data.

What the Data Shows

Loitering for the purpose of using or possessing a controlled substance (PCC § 14-5) is a Violation under New York law. Based on 52 arraignments across 1 counties in 2024–2025:

  • Dismissal rate: 32.6% of cases are dismissed statewide, though rates vary significantly by county
  • Conviction rate: 67.4% of cases result in conviction, including guilty pleas and trial verdicts
  • Geographic variation: Click any county below for specific fines, sentencing breakdowns, and dismissal reasons

These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual case results. For legal guidance, consult a licensed New York attorney.

Outcomes by County

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Dutchess 52 32.6% 67.4%

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results.

PCC 14-5 is the New York statute for Loitering for the purpose of using or possessing a controlled substance, classified as a Violation. Based on 52 arraignments in 2024–2025, 32.6% of cases are dismissed and 67.4% result in conviction.
Outcomes for Loitering for the purpose of using or possessing a controlled substance vary across 1 New York counties. Click any county in the table above for detailed statistics including sentencing, fines, and demographic breakdowns.
This data comes from the New York State Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act data, covering criminal court arraignments in 2024–2025. The data is updated monthly, generally on the 6th of each month. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 52 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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