Trespass in New York County
PL § 140.05 · Violation · 2,328 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 97.2% of 2,328 Trespass (PL 140.05) cases were dismissed and 2.8% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $20.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
2,328
Total Cases
97.2%
Dismissal Rate
2.8%
Conviction Rate
0.2%
DAT Rate
32
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$20
Median Fine
$10–$250
Fine Range
60
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 60 | 92.3% |
| Imprisonment | 4 | 6.2% |
| Unconditional Discharge | 1 | 1.5% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 1,095 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 465 |
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 313 |
| Dismissed | 259 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 41 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 673 |
| 18-24 | 531 |
| 35-44 | 446 |
| 45-54 | 213 |
| 55-64 | 204 |
| 65+ | 142 |
| Under 18 | 75 |
PL 140.05 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronx | 1,550 | 99.7% | 0.3% |
| Kings | 1,436 | 98.5% | 1.5% |
| Onondaga | 738 | 76.2% | 23.8% |
| Queens | 569 | 98.9% | 1.1% |
| Orange | 358 | 89.0% | 11.0% |
| Westchester | 293 | 51.6% | 48.4% |
| Monroe | 277 | 93.5% | 6.5% |
| Nassau | 228 | 79.6% | 20.4% |
| Tompkins | 224 | 93.1% | 6.9% |
| Oneida | 220 | 43.2% | 56.8% |
| Erie | 210 | 96.5% | 3.5% |
| Suffolk | 180 | 65.5% | 33.6% |
| Richmond | 178 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Chautauqua | 153 | 36.7% | 63.3% |
| Columbia | 116 | 48.1% | 51.9% |
| Chemung | 114 | 88.5% | 11.5% |
| Cattaraugus | 112 | 60.7% | 39.3% |
| Albany | 106 | 72.7% | 27.3% |
| Chenango | 100 | 32.7% | 67.3% |
| Cortland | 93 | 43.4% | 56.6% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 2,328 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 97.2% of Trespass cases in New York County are dismissed and 2.8% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $20. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 60 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Trespass in New York County is $20.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 2,328 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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