Tamp W/Phys Ev:Conceal/Destroy in Kings County
PL § 215.40 · Felony · 237 cases · 2024–2025
In Kings County, 64.9% of 237 Tamp W/Phys Ev:Conceal/Destroy (PL 215.40) cases were dismissed and 35.1% 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
237
Total Cases
64.9%
Dismissal Rate
35.1%
Conviction Rate
2.5%
DAT Rate
43
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$120
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 66 | 91.7% |
| Conditional Discharge | 6 | 8.3% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 58 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 52 |
| Termination of Felony Complaint (CPL 180.85) | 8 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 6 |
| Conditions Met - Post ARGN, on Consent of Parties and Court (CPL 170.40) - (e.g. Non-Judicial Divers | 6 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 77 |
| 55-64 | 52 |
| 45-54 | 48 |
| 25-34 | 46 |
| 18-24 | 8 |
| 65+ | 5 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
PL 215.40 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 174 | 53.3% | 46.7% |
| Queens | 118 | 55.6% | 44.4% |
| Erie | 59 | 26.8% | 73.2% |
| Broome | 52 | 34.6% | 65.4% |
| Westchester | 50 | 22.2% | 77.8% |
| Nassau | 47 | 13.9% | 86.1% |
| Orange | 45 | 2.9% | 97.1% |
| Steuben | 34 | 15.4% | 84.6% |
| Chautauqua | 33 | 5.0% | 95.0% |
| Fulton | 29 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Suffolk | 29 | 27.8% | 72.2% |
| Albany | 28 | 5.3% | 94.7% |
| Livingston | 28 | 5.6% | 94.4% |
| Cattaraugus | 20 | 9.1% | 90.9% |
| Genesee | 20 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 237 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 64.9% of Tamp W/Phys Ev:Conceal/Destroy cases in Kings County are dismissed and 35.1% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in Kings County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 237 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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