Crim Poss Narco Drug-4th in Erie County
PL § 220.09 · Felony · 209 cases · 2024–2025
In Erie County, 31.0% of 209 Crim Poss Narco Drug-4th (PL 220.09) cases were dismissed and 69.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $200.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
209
Total Cases
31.0%
Dismissal Rate
69.0%
Conviction Rate
1.4%
DAT Rate
36
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$200
Median Fine
$25–$600
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
23
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 40 | 40.4% |
| Imprisonment | 27 | 27.3% |
| Fine | 18 | 18.2% |
| Probation | 12 | 12.1% |
| Unconditional Discharge | 1 | 1.0% |
| Surcharge/Fee | 1 | 1.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dismissed | 32 |
| ACD | 13 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 2 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 2 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 76 |
| 25-34 | 67 |
| 45-54 | 25 |
| 18-24 | 24 |
| 55-64 | 15 |
| Under 18 | 2 |
PL 220.09 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk | 193 | 16.1% | 83.9% |
| Queens | 172 | 22.5% | 77.5% |
| Nassau | 96 | 2.6% | 97.4% |
| Albany | 94 | 10.0% | 90.0% |
| Onondaga | 83 | 22.0% | 78.0% |
| Oneida | 75 | 7.1% | 92.9% |
| Chemung | 65 | 17.5% | 82.5% |
| St. Lawrence | 59 | 4.8% | 95.2% |
| New York | 53 | 17.0% | 83.0% |
| Warren | 51 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Chautauqua | 49 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Orange | 45 | 3.6% | 96.4% |
| Clinton | 44 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Broome | 41 | 19.0% | 81.0% |
| Livingston | 40 | 10.0% | 90.0% |
| Westchester | 39 | 13.3% | 86.7% |
| Saratoga | 38 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Niagara | 36 | 3.7% | 96.3% |
| Kings | 35 | 14.3% | 85.7% |
| Dutchess | 28 | 12.5% | 87.5% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 209 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 31.0% of Crim Poss Narco Drug-4th cases in Erie County are dismissed and 69.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $200. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 23 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Poss Narco Drug-4th in Erie County is $200. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 209 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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