Possession Of Burglar Tools in New York County
PL § 140.35 · Misdemeanor · 209 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 67.2% of 209 Possession Of Burglar Tools (PL 140.35) cases were dismissed and 32.8% 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
209
Total Cases
67.2%
Dismissal Rate
32.8%
Conviction Rate
11.5%
DAT Rate
33
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$120
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 37 | 63.8% |
| Conditional Discharge | 21 | 36.2% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 65 |
| ACD | 37 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 14 |
| Pre-sentence Conditions Met (CPL 400.10) | 1 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 69 |
| 35-44 | 50 |
| 18-24 | 41 |
| 45-54 | 27 |
| 55-64 | 19 |
| 65+ | 2 |
PL 140.35 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens | 215 | 65.9% | 34.1% |
| Kings | 128 | 81.2% | 18.8% |
| Bronx | 66 | 82.5% | 17.5% |
| Westchester | 40 | 41.7% | 58.3% |
| Nassau | 38 | 42.9% | 57.1% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 209 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 67.2% of Possession Of Burglar Tools cases in New York County are dismissed and 32.8% 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). 209 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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