Possess Forged Instrument-1st in Kings County
PL § 170.30 · Felony · 25 cases · 2024–2025
In Kings County, 54.5% of 25 Possess Forged Instrument-1st (PL 170.30) cases were dismissed and 45.5% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $75.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
25
Total Cases
54.5%
Dismissal Rate
45.5%
Conviction Rate
4.0%
DAT Rate
29
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$75
Median Fine
$75–$75
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 5 | 50.0% |
| Imprisonment | 4 | 40.0% |
| Fine | 1 | 10.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 3 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 3 |
| Termination of Felony Complaint (CPL 180.85) | 2 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 2 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 10 |
| 35-44 | 6 |
| 18-24 | 5 |
| 45-54 | 3 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
PL 170.30 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens | 35 | 16.1% | 83.9% |
| Albany | 22 | 23.1% | 76.9% |
| New York | 20 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| Suffolk | 20 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| Westchester | 20 | 23.1% | 76.9% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 25 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 54.5% of Possess Forged Instrument-1st cases in Kings County are dismissed and 45.5% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $75. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 1 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Possess Forged Instrument-1st in Kings County is $75. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 25 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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