Restrictions On Cannabis Use in New York County
PL § 222.10 · Violation · 359 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 99.7% of 359 Restrictions On Cannabis Use (PL 222.10) cases were dismissed and 0.3% 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
359
Total Cases
99.7%
Dismissal Rate
0.3%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
26
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$25
Median Fine
$25–$25
Fine Range
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 1 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 346 |
| Dismissed | 5 |
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 3 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 2 |
| Dismiss/Lack Of Jurisdiction | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 161 |
| 18-24 | 122 |
| 35-44 | 53 |
| 45-54 | 12 |
| 55-64 | 4 |
| Under 18 | 3 |
| 65+ | 1 |
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 359 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 99.7% of Restrictions On Cannabis Use cases in New York County are dismissed and 0.3% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $25. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 1 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Restrictions On Cannabis Use in New York County is $25.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 359 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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