False Inspection Certificate in Suffolk County
VTL § 0306 · Misdemeanor · 370 cases · 2024–2025
In Suffolk County, 35.5% of 370 False Inspection Certificate (VTL 0306) cases were dismissed and 64.5% 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
370
Total Cases
35.5%
Dismissal Rate
64.5%
Conviction Rate
99.5%
DAT Rate
35
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$100
Median Fine
$25–$400
Fine Range
$25
Median Surcharge
206
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 206 | 99.5% |
| Conditional Discharge | 1 | 0.5% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 111 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 2 |
| ACD | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 110 |
| 35-44 | 78 |
| 18-24 | 69 |
| 45-54 | 61 |
| 55-64 | 32 |
| 65+ | 17 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
VTL 0306 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau | 57 | 8.9% | 91.1% |
| Orange | 35 | 6.2% | 93.8% |
| Westchester | 24 | 0.0% | 100.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 370 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 35.5% of False Inspection Certificate cases in Suffolk County are dismissed and 64.5% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 206 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for False Inspection Certificate in Suffolk County is $100. The median surcharge is an additional $25.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 370 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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