Criminal Possession Firearm in Kings County
PL § 265.01-B · Felony · 276 cases · 2024–2025
In Kings County, 41.7% of 276 Criminal Possession Firearm (PL 265.01-B) cases were dismissed and 58.3% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $1000.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
276
Total Cases
41.7%
Dismissal Rate
58.3%
Conviction Rate
0.7%
DAT Rate
26
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$1000
Median Fine
$1000–$1000
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 29 | 42.0% |
| Probation | 22 | 31.9% |
| Imprisonment | 17 | 24.6% |
| Fine | 1 | 1.4% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 33 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 14 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 13 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 10 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 210.20(1)(i)) | 2 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 18-24 | 110 |
| 25-34 | 73 |
| 35-44 | 39 |
| 45-54 | 23 |
| 55-64 | 11 |
| Under 18 | 11 |
| 65+ | 9 |
PL 265.01-B in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronx | 167 | 64.0% | 36.0% |
| Queens | 117 | 10.1% | 89.9% |
| New York | 107 | 29.1% | 70.9% |
| Erie | 86 | 23.0% | 77.0% |
| Suffolk | 73 | 4.5% | 95.5% |
| Onondaga | 52 | 11.4% | 88.6% |
| Nassau | 46 | 2.8% | 97.2% |
| Monroe | 37 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
| Richmond | 33 | 34.5% | 65.5% |
| Niagara | 29 | 4.5% | 95.5% |
| Westchester | 29 | 14.3% | 85.7% |
| Albany | 28 | 12.5% | 87.5% |
| Orange | 27 | 23.8% | 76.2% |
| Dutchess | 23 | 5.6% | 94.4% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 276 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 41.7% of Criminal Possession Firearm cases in Kings County are dismissed and 58.3% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $1000. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 1 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Criminal Possession Firearm in Kings County is $1000. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 276 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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