Crim Poss Weap-3rd:Prev Conv in Erie County
PL § 265.02 · Felony · 170 cases · 2024–2025
In Erie County, 29.4% of 170 Crim Poss Weap-3rd:Prev Conv (PL 265.02) cases were dismissed and 70.6% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $225.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
170
Total Cases
29.4%
Dismissal Rate
70.6%
Conviction Rate
—
DAT Rate
34
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$225
Median Fine
$125–$1000
Fine Range
$325
Median Surcharge
13
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 35 | 54.7% |
| Probation | 12 | 18.8% |
| Conditional Discharge | 9 | 14.1% |
| Fine | 8 | 12.5% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dismissed | 21 |
| ACD | 6 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 2 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 54 |
| 35-44 | 52 |
| 18-24 | 29 |
| 45-54 | 14 |
| 55-64 | 12 |
| Under 18 | 5 |
| 65+ | 3 |
PL 265.02 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 344 | 65.9% | 34.1% |
| Nassau | 310 | 8.7% | 90.8% |
| Richmond | 211 | 31.2% | 68.8% |
| Queens | 189 | 20.5% | 79.5% |
| New York | 182 | 33.6% | 65.6% |
| Bronx | 177 | 68.1% | 31.9% |
| Onondaga | 176 | 34.6% | 65.4% |
| Suffolk | 171 | 17.0% | 83.0% |
| Albany | 156 | 23.8% | 76.2% |
| Monroe | 141 | 3.6% | 94.5% |
| Oneida | 135 | 8.6% | 91.4% |
| Jefferson | 126 | 3.3% | 96.7% |
| Westchester | 116 | 38.9% | 61.1% |
| Orange | 99 | 29.3% | 70.7% |
| Clinton | 92 | 8.8% | 91.2% |
| St. Lawrence | 84 | 3.0% | 97.0% |
| Steuben | 82 | 25.0% | 75.0% |
| Chautauqua | 80 | 15.2% | 84.8% |
| Oswego | 68 | 15.9% | 84.1% |
| Broome | 66 | 29.0% | 71.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 170 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 29.4% of Crim Poss Weap-3rd:Prev Conv cases in Erie County are dismissed and 70.6% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $225. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 13 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Poss Weap-3rd:Prev Conv in Erie County is $225. The median surcharge is an additional $325.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 170 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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