Fail To Return Lic/Reg/Plates in Nassau County
VTL § 0340 · Misdemeanor · 3,820 cases · 2024–2025
In Nassau County, 7.4% of 3,820 Fail To Return Lic/Reg/Plates (VTL 0340) cases were dismissed and 92.6% 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
3,820
Total Cases
7.4%
Dismissal Rate
92.6%
Conviction Rate
99.6%
DAT Rate
36
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$100
Median Fine
$25–$800
Fine Range
$88
Median Surcharge
3408
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 3,406 | 99.6% |
| Surcharge | 5 | 0.1% |
| Imprisonment | 4 | 0.1% |
| Conditional Discharge | 2 | 0.1% |
| Unconditional Discharge | 1 | 0.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Decline to Prosecute - No Prosecution Policy | 233 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 13 |
| Other Reason Preventing Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 8 |
| Upon Repair | 4 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 3 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 1,172 |
| 35-44 | 923 |
| 45-54 | 586 |
| 18-24 | 476 |
| 55-64 | 353 |
| 65+ | 132 |
| Under 18 | 10 |
VTL 0340 in Other Counties
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 3,820 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 7.4% of Fail To Return Lic/Reg/Plates cases in Nassau County are dismissed and 92.6% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 3408 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Fail To Return Lic/Reg/Plates in Nassau County is $100. The median surcharge is an additional $88.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 3,820 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Next Step
Facing a Fail To Return Lic/Reg/Plates charge in Nassau County?
Talk to a Nassau County Attorney — Free
Free · No obligation · Confidential