In New York County, 32.6% of 49 Crim Sale Contrl Subst-5th (PL 220.31) cases were dismissed and 67.4% 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

49
Total Cases
32.6%
Dismissal Rate
67.4%
Conviction Rate
DAT Rate
40
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$200
Median Surcharge

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Imprisonment 19 70.4%
Probation 7 25.9%
Conditional Discharge 1 3.7%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) 10
Pre-sentence Conditions Met (CPL 400.10) 3
Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) 1
Dismissed 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
35-44 17
25-34 14
45-54 10
55-64 6
18-24 1
65+ 1

PL 220.31 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Suffolk 21 17.6% 82.4%

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.

Based on 49 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 32.6% of Crim Sale Contrl Subst-5th cases in New York County are dismissed and 67.4% 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). 49 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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