In New York County, 91.7% of 3,506 Failure To Pay Fare (TAR 105.0.) cases were dismissed and 8.3% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $25.

Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026

3,506
Total Cases
91.7%
Dismissal Rate
8.3%
Conviction Rate
DAT Rate
36
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$25
Median Fine
$10–$100
Fine Range
286
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Fine 286 98.6%
Unconditional Discharge 3 1.0%
Imprisonment 1 0.3%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
Dism - Legally Insufficient 954
Acd Cpl 170.55 922
Dismissed 628
Dism-Interest Justic Cpl170.40 627
Dism & Sealed Cpl 160.50 27

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 1,106
35-44 969
45-54 576
18-24 431
55-64 346
65+ 30
Under 18 29

TAR 105.0. in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Kings 3,336 90.1% 9.9%
Bronx 2,361 94.0% 5.9%
Queens 2,144 99.0% 1.0%
Richmond 601 99.2% 0.8%

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.

Based on 3,506 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 91.7% of Failure To Pay Fare cases in New York County are dismissed and 8.3% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $25. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 286 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Failure To Pay Fare in New York County is $25.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 3,506 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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