Crim Poss Contrl Subst-7th in St. Lawrence County
PL § 220.03 · Misdemeanor · 337 cases · 2024–2025
In St. Lawrence County, 12.8% of 337 Crim Poss Contrl Subst-7th (PL 220.03) cases were dismissed and 87.2% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $125.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
337
Total Cases
12.8%
Dismissal Rate
87.2%
Conviction Rate
13.6%
DAT Rate
37
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$125
Median Fine
$25–$500
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
153
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 151 | 88.3% |
| Conditional Discharge | 9 | 5.3% |
| Imprisonment | 8 | 4.7% |
| Surcharge/Fee | 3 | 1.8% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 14 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 5 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 2 |
| Decline to Prosecute - Unknown Reason | 2 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 138 |
| 25-34 | 102 |
| 45-54 | 39 |
| 18-24 | 28 |
| 55-64 | 28 |
| 65+ | 2 |
PL 220.03 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronx | 6,476 | 63.7% | 36.3% |
| Kings | 5,678 | 73.4% | 26.6% |
| New York | 5,547 | 56.9% | 43.1% |
| Queens | 5,055 | 49.0% | 51.0% |
| Suffolk | 3,064 | 24.3% | 75.7% |
| Nassau | 2,072 | 34.2% | 65.8% |
| Erie | 1,581 | 32.2% | 67.8% |
| Richmond | 1,514 | 21.6% | 78.4% |
| Westchester | 1,060 | 18.5% | 81.5% |
| Orange | 907 | 17.5% | 82.5% |
| Broome | 813 | 20.6% | 79.4% |
| Onondaga | 655 | 58.0% | 42.0% |
| Chautauqua | 592 | 19.3% | 80.7% |
| Oneida | 555 | 15.6% | 84.4% |
| Niagara | 456 | 14.0% | 86.0% |
| Chemung | 441 | 18.9% | 81.1% |
| Albany | 390 | 19.4% | 80.6% |
| Jefferson | 350 | 20.7% | 79.0% |
| Monroe | 319 | 29.9% | 70.1% |
| Saratoga | 292 | 14.9% | 85.1% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 337 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 12.8% of Crim Poss Contrl Subst-7th cases in St. Lawrence County are dismissed and 87.2% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $125. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 153 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Poss Contrl Subst-7th in St. Lawrence County is $125. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 337 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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