Poss Contraband In Prisn-2nd in Erie County
PL § 205.20 · Misdemeanor · 44 cases · 2024–2025
In Erie County, 25.6% of 44 Poss Contraband In Prisn-2nd (PL 205.20) cases were dismissed and 74.4% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $175.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
44
Total Cases
25.6%
Dismissal Rate
74.4%
Conviction Rate
15.9%
DAT Rate
31
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$175
Median Fine
$50–$550
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
22
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 22 | 71.0% |
| Imprisonment | 5 | 16.1% |
| Conditional Discharge | 4 | 12.9% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 5 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 3 |
| ACD | 2 |
| Untimely Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(d)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 22 |
| 35-44 | 10 |
| 18-24 | 7 |
| 45-54 | 4 |
| 55-64 | 1 |
PL 205.20 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronx | 329 | 87.5% | 12.5% |
| Greene | 81 | 3.8% | 96.2% |
| Dutchess | 78 | 9.6% | 90.4% |
| Oneida | 64 | 17.9% | 82.1% |
| Orleans | 42 | 4.8% | 95.2% |
| Onondaga | 36 | 73.1% | 26.9% |
| Niagara | 31 | 37.0% | 63.0% |
| Wyoming | 31 | 6.5% | 93.5% |
| Monroe | 30 | 51.9% | 48.1% |
| Schenectady | 25 | 19.0% | 81.0% |
| Ulster | 25 | 26.1% | 73.9% |
| Franklin | 23 | 8.7% | 91.3% |
| Cayuga | 22 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Suffolk | 22 | 36.4% | 63.6% |
| Washington | 22 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Westchester | 21 | 22.2% | 77.8% |
| Seneca | 20 | 45.0% | 55.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 44 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 25.6% of Poss Contraband In Prisn-2nd cases in Erie County are dismissed and 74.4% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $175. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 22 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Poss Contraband In Prisn-2nd in Erie County is $175. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 44 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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