Cpcs-2nd:Hallucinogenic Subst in New York County
PL § 220.18 · Felony · 86 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 39.4% of 86 Cpcs-2nd:Hallucinogenic Subst (PL 220.18) cases were dismissed and 60.6% 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
86
Total Cases
39.4%
Dismissal Rate
60.6%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
33
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$325
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 11 | 84.6% |
| Probation | 2 | 15.4% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 6 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 4 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 2 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 210.20(1)(i)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 37 |
| 35-44 | 25 |
| 45-54 | 9 |
| 55-64 | 8 |
| 18-24 | 7 |
PL 220.18 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Lawrence | 109 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Queens | 93 | 34.0% | 66.0% |
| Erie | 91 | 42.9% | 57.1% |
| Nassau | 80 | 11.8% | 88.2% |
| Suffolk | 80 | 6.5% | 93.5% |
| Chautauqua | 62 | 34.8% | 65.2% |
| Onondaga | 57 | 10.5% | 89.5% |
| Albany | 55 | 15.4% | 84.6% |
| Broome | 54 | 4.8% | 95.2% |
| Kings | 54 | 34.4% | 65.6% |
| Monroe | 50 | 0.0% | 94.1% |
| Westchester | 44 | 41.4% | 58.6% |
| Bronx | 39 | 66.7% | 33.3% |
| Cattaraugus | 39 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
| Steuben | 37 | 21.1% | 78.9% |
| Chemung | 32 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Jefferson | 32 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Oneida | 32 | 7.1% | 92.9% |
| Orange | 27 | 7.7% | 92.3% |
| Rensselaer | 25 | 12.5% | 87.5% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 86 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 39.4% of Cpcs-2nd:Hallucinogenic Subst cases in New York County are dismissed and 60.6% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in New York County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 86 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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