Unlawful Possession Of Cannabis in Kings County
PL § 222.25 · Violation · 122 cases · 2024–2025
In Kings County, 99.2% of 122 Unlawful Possession Of Cannabis (PL 222.25) cases were dismissed and 0.8% 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
122
Total Cases
99.2%
Dismissal Rate
0.8%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
22
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$95
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 1 | 100.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dism - Legally Insufficient | 95 |
| Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 | 9 |
| Acd Cpl 170.55 | 6 |
| Dismissed | 3 |
| Dism, Conviction Related Dkt | 3 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 18-24 | 47 |
| 25-34 | 28 |
| Under 18 | 24 |
| 35-44 | 13 |
| 45-54 | 6 |
| 55-64 | 2 |
PL 222.25 in Other Counties
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 122 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 99.2% of Unlawful Possession Of Cannabis cases in Kings County are dismissed and 0.8% 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). 122 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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