Crim Poss Contrl Subst-4th in Suffolk County
PL § 220.09 · Felony · 193 cases · 2024–2025
In Suffolk County, 16.1% of 193 Crim Poss Contrl Subst-4th (PL 220.09) cases were dismissed and 83.9% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $500.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
193
Total Cases
16.1%
Dismissal Rate
83.9%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
36
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$500
Median Fine
$50–$2000
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
11
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 39 | 45.9% |
| Conditional Discharge | 28 | 32.9% |
| Probation | 10 | 11.8% |
| Fine | 6 | 7.1% |
| Surcharge | 1 | 1.2% |
| License | 1 | 1.2% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Termination of Felony Complaint (CPL 180.85) | 15 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 2 |
| ACD | 2 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 65 |
| 35-44 | 50 |
| 45-54 | 34 |
| 18-24 | 22 |
| 55-64 | 20 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
| 65+ | 1 |
PL 220.09 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie | 209 | 31.0% | 69.0% |
| 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 193 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 16.1% of Crim Poss Contrl Subst-4th cases in Suffolk County are dismissed and 83.9% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $500. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 11 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Poss Contrl Subst-4th in Suffolk County is $500. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 193 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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