In Kings County, 98.6% of 214 Unlawful Poss Marihuana 1st (PL 221.10) cases were dismissed and 1.4% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $25.

Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026

214
Total Cases
98.6%
Dismissal Rate
1.4%
Conviction Rate
0.5%
DAT Rate
29
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$25
Median Fine
$10–$25
Fine Range
3
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Fine 3 100.0%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Dism - Legally Insufficient 186
Acd Cpl 170.55 13
Dismissed 7
Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 3
Dism & Sealed Cpl 160.50 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 80
18-24 62
35-44 48
45-54 14
Under 18 4
55-64 4

PL 221.10 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
New York 80 100.0% 0.0%
Bronx 39 100.0% 0.0%
Queens 29 100.0% 0.0%

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

Based on 214 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 98.6% of Unlawful Poss Marihuana 1st cases in Kings County are dismissed and 1.4% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $25. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 3 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Unlawful Poss Marihuana 1st in Kings County is $25.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 214 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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