Crim Poss Weap-3rd Deg in Suffolk County
PL § 265.02 · Felony · 171 cases · 2024–2025
In Suffolk County, 17.0% of 171 Crim Poss Weap-3rd Deg (PL 265.02) cases were dismissed and 83.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $100.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
171
Total Cases
17.0%
Dismissal Rate
83.0%
Conviction Rate
2.3%
DAT Rate
38
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$100
Median Fine
$45–$600
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
5
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 35 | 45.5% |
| Imprisonment | 30 | 39.0% |
| Probation | 7 | 9.1% |
| Fine | 3 | 3.9% |
| Surcharge | 2 | 2.6% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Termination of Felony Complaint (CPL 180.85) | 12 |
| ACD | 3 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 210.20(1)(i)) | 1 |
| Dismissed | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 46 |
| 35-44 | 40 |
| 45-54 | 32 |
| 18-24 | 24 |
| 55-64 | 20 |
| 65+ | 8 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
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% |
| Erie | 170 | 29.4% | 70.6% |
| 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 171 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 17.0% of Crim Poss Weap-3rd Deg cases in Suffolk County are dismissed and 83.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 5 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Poss Weap-3rd Deg in Suffolk County is $100. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 171 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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