Crim Poss Weap - 4th Deg in Niagara County
PL § 265.01 · Misdemeanor · 30 cases · 2024–2025
In Niagara County, 17.9% of 30 Crim Poss Weap - 4th Deg (PL 265.01) cases were dismissed and 82.1% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $347.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
30
Total Cases
17.9%
Dismissal Rate
82.1%
Conviction Rate
50.0%
DAT Rate
37
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$347
Median Fine
$200–$1530
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
4
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 13 | 56.5% |
| Imprisonment | 5 | 21.7% |
| Fine | 3 | 13.0% |
| Probation | 2 | 8.7% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 2 |
| Untimely Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(d)) | 1 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
| Conditions Met - Post ARGN, on Consent of Parties and Court (CPL 170.40) - (e.g. Non-Judicial Divers | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 9 |
| 25-34 | 8 |
| 45-54 | 6 |
| 18-24 | 4 |
| 65+ | 3 |
PL 265.01 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 2,357 | 83.1% | 16.9% |
| New York | 1,583 | 69.2% | 30.8% |
| Queens | 1,516 | 74.8% | 25.2% |
| Bronx | 1,456 | 77.6% | 22.4% |
| Nassau | 330 | 40.7% | 59.3% |
| Richmond | 176 | 39.0% | 61.0% |
| Suffolk | 124 | 41.2% | 58.8% |
| Erie | 110 | 26.2% | 73.8% |
| Westchester | 98 | 28.9% | 71.1% |
| Orange | 91 | 29.5% | 70.5% |
| Onondaga | 76 | 59.7% | 40.3% |
| Albany | 55 | 21.6% | 78.4% |
| Ulster | 42 | 38.9% | 58.3% |
| Broome | 38 | 40.6% | 59.4% |
| Monroe | 37 | 36.7% | 63.3% |
| Jefferson | 36 | 14.7% | 85.3% |
| Clinton | 34 | 16.7% | 83.3% |
| Saratoga | 32 | 21.4% | 78.6% |
| Chautauqua | 29 | 20.8% | 79.2% |
| Dutchess | 29 | 26.9% | 73.1% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 30 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 17.9% of Crim Poss Weap - 4th Deg cases in Niagara County are dismissed and 82.1% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $347. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 4 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Poss Weap - 4th Deg in Niagara County is $347. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 30 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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