CSCS-3rd:Narcotic Drug in Kings County
PL § 220.39 · Felony · 43 cases · 2024–2025
In Kings County, 58.6% of 43 CSCS-3rd:Narcotic Drug (PL 220.39) cases were dismissed and 41.4% 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
43
Total Cases
58.6%
Dismissal Rate
41.4%
Conviction Rate
2.3%
DAT Rate
48
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$120
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 9 | 90.0% |
| Conditional Discharge | 1 | 10.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 8 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 4 |
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 2 |
| Termination of Felony Complaint (CPL 180.85) | 2 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 55-64 | 16 |
| 35-44 | 9 |
| 45-54 | 9 |
| 25-34 | 4 |
| 65+ | 3 |
| 18-24 | 2 |
PL 220.39 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk | 693 | 43.9% | 56.1% |
| New York | 605 | 37.0% | 63.0% |
| Queens | 210 | 18.0% | 82.0% |
| Bronx | 140 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| Nassau | 74 | 5.6% | 94.4% |
| Albany | 65 | 9.1% | 90.9% |
| Dutchess | 60 | 7.7% | 92.3% |
| Westchester | 41 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| Ontario | 36 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Richmond | 30 | 23.1% | 76.9% |
| Orange | 25 | 45.5% | 54.5% |
| Saratoga | 22 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 43 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 58.6% of CSCS-3rd:Narcotic Drug cases in Kings County are dismissed and 41.4% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in Kings County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 43 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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