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Adult Arrests Glossary
The Computerized Criminal History system includes adult arrests (ages 16 and older; and juvenile offenders prosecuted in adult courts) for fingerprintable offenses.
| Category | Definition |
|---|---|
| Felony | The Computerized Criminal History system includes adult arrests (ages 16 and older; and juvenile offenders prosecuted in adult courts) for fingerprintable offenses. |
| Misdemeanor | Offenses, other than traffic infractions, for which a sentence to a term of imprisonment in excess of 15 days may be imposed, but for which a sentence to a term of imprisonment in excess of one year cannot be imposed (NYS Penal Law Article 10.04). |
| Drug | Offenses include all charges listed under Penal Law Articles 220 (controlled substances) and 221 (marijuana). |
| Violent Felony | Offenses include all charges listed under Penal Law Article 70.02 and the Class A felonies of murder, arson, and kidnapping. |
| Driving While Intoxicated | Offenses include all charges listed under Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 1192. |
| Other | Offenses include all charges not specified above. |