Unlawful Imprisonment 2nd in New York County
PL § 135.05 · Misdemeanor · 58 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 85.5% of 58 Unlawful Imprisonment 2nd (PL 135.05) cases were dismissed and 14.5% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
58
Total Cases
85.5%
Dismissal Rate
14.5%
Conviction Rate
5.2%
DAT Rate
34
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$120
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 5 | 62.5% |
| Conditional Discharge | 3 | 37.5% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 40 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 3 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 2 |
| Superseded by Another Charge (CPL 100.50(1)) | 1 |
| ACD | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 25 |
| 35-44 | 19 |
| 18-24 | 6 |
| 45-54 | 5 |
| 55-64 | 2 |
| 65+ | 1 |
PL 135.05 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 64 | 93.2% | 6.8% |
| Chautauqua | 56 | 49.0% | 51.0% |
| Queens | 54 | 84.9% | 15.1% |
| Erie | 51 | 71.4% | 28.6% |
| Warren | 33 | 25.0% | 75.0% |
| Oneida | 32 | 34.5% | 65.5% |
| Suffolk | 26 | 66.7% | 33.3% |
| Orange | 25 | 45.5% | 54.5% |
| Oswego | 25 | 60.0% | 40.0% |
| Monroe | 20 | 72.2% | 27.8% |
| St. Lawrence | 20 | 57.1% | 42.9% |
| Westchester | 20 | 75.0% | 25.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 58 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 85.5% of Unlawful Imprisonment 2nd cases in New York County are dismissed and 14.5% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in New York County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 58 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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