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VTL 0355 — Oper MV When Lic/Regis Suspend

Misdemeanor · 3,448 cases across 5 counties · 2024–2025

Under VTL § 0355 (Oper MV When Lic/Regis Suspend), 11.5% of 3,448 cases statewide were dismissed and 88.5% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data across 5 New York counties.

Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Oper MV When Lic/Regis Suspend is classified as a Misdemeanor under New York law. Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers criminal court arraignments in 2024–2025, updated monthly. Last updated: March 2026

3,448
Total Cases
11.5%
Dismissal Rate
88.5%
Conviction Rate
5
Counties

See also: All Traffic Offense charges (DCJS data, 2019–2024) for pretrial release, bail, and charge reduction data.

What the Data Shows

Oper MV When Lic/Regis Suspend (VTL § 0355) is a Misdemeanor under New York law. Based on 3,448 arraignments across 5 counties in 2024–2025:

  • Dismissal rate: 11.5% of cases are dismissed statewide, though rates vary significantly by county
  • Conviction rate: 88.5% of cases result in conviction, including guilty pleas and trial verdicts
  • Geographic variation: Click any county below for specific fines, sentencing breakdowns, and dismissal reasons

These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual case results. For legal guidance, consult a licensed New York attorney.

Outcomes by County

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
Nassau 2,402 6.4% 93.6%
Suffolk 647 31.9% 68.1%
Niagara 257 1.6% 98.4%
Erie 121 45.4% 54.6%
Broome 21 20.0% 80.0%

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results.

VTL 0355 is the New York statute for Oper MV When Lic/Regis Suspend, classified as a Misdemeanor. Based on 3,448 arraignments in 2024–2025, 11.5% of cases are dismissed and 88.5% result in conviction.
Outcomes for Oper MV When Lic/Regis Suspend vary across 5 New York counties. Click any county in the table above for detailed statistics including sentencing, fines, and demographic breakdowns.
This data comes from the New York State Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act data, covering criminal court arraignments in 2024–2025. The data is updated monthly, generally on the 6th of each month. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 3,448 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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