Crim Poss Contr Sub/Narco in Niagara County
PL § 220.16 · Felony · 198 cases · 2024–2025
In Niagara County, 7.6% of 198 Crim Poss Contr Sub/Narco (PL 220.16) cases were dismissed and 92.4% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $5300.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
198
Total Cases
7.6%
Dismissal Rate
92.4%
Conviction Rate
2.5%
DAT Rate
38
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$5300
Median Fine
$100–$10500
Fine Range
$325
Median Surcharge
2
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 63 | 69.2% |
| Conditional Discharge | 14 | 15.4% |
| Probation | 13 | 14.3% |
| Fine | 1 | 1.1% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 3 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 2 |
| Result of Preliminary Hearing (CPL 180.70) | 1 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
| Decline to Prosecute - Unknown Reason | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 66 |
| 25-34 | 63 |
| 45-54 | 33 |
| 55-64 | 19 |
| 18-24 | 11 |
| 65+ | 3 |
PL 220.16 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 3,028 | 52.0% | 48.0% |
| New York | 2,391 | 33.5% | 66.4% |
| Bronx | 1,158 | 60.1% | 39.9% |
| Queens | 953 | 24.0% | 76.0% |
| Suffolk | 837 | 10.9% | 89.1% |
| Monroe | 655 | 9.7% | 89.4% |
| Erie | 646 | 32.4% | 67.6% |
| Nassau | 637 | 6.5% | 93.5% |
| Albany | 475 | 7.9% | 92.1% |
| Onondaga | 435 | 25.5% | 74.5% |
| Orange | 393 | 17.2% | 82.8% |
| Broome | 344 | 31.3% | 68.7% |
| Richmond | 339 | 28.1% | 71.9% |
| Chautauqua | 323 | 23.9% | 76.1% |
| Westchester | 296 | 28.9% | 71.1% |
| Jefferson | 240 | 1.4% | 98.6% |
| Cattaraugus | 235 | 12.6% | 87.4% |
| Dutchess | 210 | 4.0% | 96.0% |
| Oneida | 190 | 5.3% | 94.7% |
| Rensselaer | 189 | 7.9% | 92.1% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 198 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 7.6% of Crim Poss Contr Sub/Narco cases in Niagara County are dismissed and 92.4% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $5300. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 2 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Poss Contr Sub/Narco in Niagara County is $5300. The median surcharge is an additional $325.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 198 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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