The Definitive List: Tracking Donald Trump’s Felony Convictions And The Status Of All Major Criminal Cases (2025 Update)
The legal landscape surrounding former—and now current—President Donald J. Trump has been one of the most volatile and closely watched sagas in modern American political history. As of late 2025, the former President stands as the first in U.S. history to be a convicted felon, a status resulting from a landmark trial in New York. This article provides a fresh, comprehensive, and up-to-the-minute breakdown of his single criminal conviction, the 34 felony counts, and the surprising, definitive status of the other high-profile cases that once dominated headlines, including the federal and Georgia election interference indictments.
The information provided here is current as of December 25, 2025, reflecting the outcomes of major legal proceedings, appeals, and post-election decisions that have dramatically reshaped the former President's legal exposure and political future. Understanding the specifics of his conviction—and the subsequent withdrawal of other charges—is crucial for grasping the current political and judicial reality in the United States.
Donald J. Trump: Biography and Legal Profile (2025)
- Full Name: Donald John Trump
- Date of Birth: June 14, 1946
- Place of Birth: Queens, New York, U.S.
- Political Party: Republican
- U.S. Presidency: 45th President (2017–2021); 47th President (2025–Present)
- Primary Business: Real estate, media, and hospitality (The Trump Organization)
- Total Criminal Indictments Filed (2023–2024): Four separate cases (New York, Federal Documents, Federal Election Interference, Georgia RICO).
- Current Felony Conviction Count: 34 (New York State, Falsifying Business Records).
- Conviction Date: May 30, 2024.
- Sentencing Date: January 10, 2025.
- Current Status of Other Major Cases: All high-profile federal and state criminal cases have been dismissed or charges have been withdrawn.
The Singular Conviction: 34 Felony Counts in New York
The only criminal case to result in a conviction against Donald Trump is The People of the State of New York v. Donald J. Trump, a state-level prosecution brought by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. The trial concluded with a guilty verdict on all 34 counts, marking a historic moment in American jurisprudence.
The Nature of the 34 Felony Charges
The 34 felony counts are all identical: Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree (New York Penal Law § 175.10). While falsifying business records is typically a misdemeanor, it was elevated to a felony because the prosecution successfully argued that the records were falsified with the intent to commit, or to conceal the commission of, another crime.
The underlying scheme involved a "hush money" payment made by Michael Cohen, Trump's former personal lawyer, to adult film star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential election. The 34 counts relate to the subsequent cover-up, specifically the reimbursement payments to Cohen, which were disguised in The Trump Organization’s records as legal expenses or a retainer fee.
- Count Breakdown: The 34 counts correspond to 11 invoices, 12 vouchers, and 11 checks related to the monthly payments to Michael Cohen from February to December 2017.
- The Underlying Crime: The specific intent was to violate New York election law by unlawfully influencing the 2016 election through an illegal campaign contribution and to violate federal election laws.
- Key Entities: Manhattan District Attorney (Alvin Bragg), Michael Cohen, Stormy Daniels, Allen Weisselberg (former CFO of The Trump Organization), and the New York State Supreme Court.
The sentencing for the conviction took place on January 10, 2025. The range of penalties for this class E felony included probation, fines, or a maximum of four years in state prison. The final sentence, which is subject to appeal, was a major point of public and political contention.
The Status of Other Major Indictments (Post-2024 Election)
While the New York case resulted in a conviction, the three other major criminal indictments against Donald Trump were either dismissed or had their charges withdrawn following the 2024 presidential election, a development that dramatically altered his legal trajectory as he re-entered the White House.
1. Federal Election Interference Case (Jack Smith)
This case, brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, focused on Trump's alleged efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The charges included conspiracy to defraud the United States, conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding, and obstruction of and attempt to obstruct an official proceeding.
Current Status: Charges Withdrawn (January 2025).
Following the 2024 election, Special Counsel Jack Smith issued a final report in January 2025, confirming the withdrawal of all charges against Donald Trump. This decision was based on the new administration's policy posture and the legal complexities of prosecuting a sitting President for alleged past official acts, effectively ending the federal prosecution of the events surrounding January 6th and the 2020 election challenge.
2. Georgia RICO Case (Fulton County, Fani Willis)
The sprawling case in Fulton County, Georgia, led by District Attorney Fani Willis, involved a Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) indictment against Trump and numerous co-defendants for their alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia. The charges were severe, encompassing a wide-ranging conspiracy.
Current Status: Case Dismissed (Late 2024).
The Fulton County District Attorney's office dismissed the election case against Donald Trump and his remaining co-defendants. This dismissal came after a series of legal setbacks, including the disqualification of District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting the case on appeal due to ethical concerns. The combination of the DA's removal and the impending political context led the office to conclude the case was no longer viable, effectively ending the last state-level prosecution outside of New York. The dismissal of this high-profile racketeering case was a significant development for the former President.
3. Federal Classified Documents Case (Judge Aileen Cannon)
This case, brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith in Florida, involved charges related to the alleged unlawful retention of national defense information (classified documents) at his Mar-a-Lago residence and obstruction of justice.
Current Status: Case Dismissed (July 2024).
The case was dismissed by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon in July 2024. The prosecution subsequently withdrew its appeal of this decision following the 2024 presidential election, formalizing the end of the federal classified documents prosecution. This decision removed a major point of legal risk related to the handling of sensitive government materials.
The Political and Judicial Aftermath of the Conviction
The conviction on 34 felony counts of Falsifying Business Records has created unprecedented legal and political questions. Despite the conviction, U.S. constitutional law does not prohibit a convicted felon from running for or holding the office of the President. The legal principle is clear: the qualifications for the presidency are set out in the Constitution and do not include a requirement for a clean criminal record.
The political impact of the conviction remains a key subject of debate, influencing public opinion and the ongoing conversation about criminal justice reform in the U.S. The case has also raised significant questions about the potential for future clemency grants or pardons, although a sitting President can only pardon federal crimes, not state convictions like the New York case. Any effort to overturn the conviction would have to proceed through the New York state appellate court system. The legal battle over the appeal is expected to be lengthy and complex.
In conclusion, the "trump felonies list" consists of 34 counts of Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree, a historic state conviction. However, the comprehensive list of his legal troubles has been dramatically reduced, as the federal election interference, classified documents, and Georgia RICO cases have all been resolved in his favor through dismissals or the withdrawal of charges in late 2024 and early 2025.
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