In Richmond County, 23.1% of 30 CSCS-3rd:Narcotic Drug (PL 220.39) cases were dismissed and 76.9% 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

30
Total Cases
23.1%
Dismissal Rate
76.9%
Conviction Rate
DAT Rate
37
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$325
Median Surcharge

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Imprisonment 6 42.9%
Conditional Discharge 6 42.9%
Probation 2 14.3%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Untimely Prosecution (CPL 210.20(1)(f)) 1
Termination of Felony Complaint (CPL 180.85) 1
Speedy Trial (CPL 210.20(1)(g)) 1
Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) 1
Other Jurisdictional/Legal Impediment (CPL 210.20(1)(h)) 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 10
35-44 8
45-54 5
65+ 3
55-64 2
18-24 1

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%
Kings 43 58.6% 41.4%
Westchester 41 33.3% 66.7%
Ontario 36 0.0% 100.0%
Orange 25 45.5% 54.5%
Saratoga 22 0.0% 100.0%

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

Based on 30 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 23.1% of CSCS-3rd:Narcotic Drug cases in Richmond County are dismissed and 76.9% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in Richmond County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 30 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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