What is the dismissal rate for Other Penal Law in Erie County?

The dismissal rate is 19.4%, based on 118 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Other Penal Law case take in Erie County?

The average case takes 4.0 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Other Penal Law in Erie County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 15.2% dismissal rate (109 cases). B Misdemeanor: 62.5% dismissal rate (8 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Other Penal Law in Erie County, NY — 19.4% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Other Penal Law in Erie County?

The conviction rate for Other Penal Law in Erie County is 80.6%, based on 118 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Other Penal Law charges reduced in Erie County?

82.8% of Other Penal Law cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Erie County compare to other counties for Other Penal Law?

Erie County has a 19.4% dismissal rate for Other Penal Law. Visit the Other Penal Law overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Other Penal Law charges in Erie County result in conviction about 81% of the time, notably higher than the statewide average of 74.3%. This gap suggests Erie County prosecutors pursue these cases more aggressively or that the charges brought are stronger. The dismissal rate of 19.4% sits 6.3 percentage points below the statewide average, and the trend has moved downward over the past five years, dropping from 25% in 2019 to 21.7% in 2024. Cases resolve relatively quickly, with a median of 119 days to disposition.

Charge reductions are common in Erie County—occurring in about 83% of cases—which often explains the high conviction rate despite relatively few dismissals. Most defendants arrested on Other Penal Law charges are released before trial on their own recognizance (65%), while roughly 20% have bail set, typically at minimal amounts. When convicted, fines are the most frequent outcome at 47%, followed by jail sentences at 8% and probation at 3.4%. Time served accounts for another 9.2% of convictions, suggesting many defendants spend minimal additional time incarcerated.

Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Avg duration measures arraignment to final disposition. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: March 2026

19.4%

Dismissal Rate

80.6%

Conviction Rate

4.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

19.4%

80.6%

Dismissed 19.4% Convicted 80.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 118 public court records, Erie County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Other Penal Law in Erie County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	109	15.2%	84.8%
B Misdemeanor	8	62.5%	37.5%

Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest (e.g., A Felony is the most serious, B Misdemeanor the least). Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities, plea bargaining patterns, and case complexity. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Other Penal Law outcomes in Erie County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	13	25.0%	75.0%
2020	17	12.5%	87.5%
2021	13	30.8%	69.2%
2022	14	15.4%	84.6%
2023	34	16.1%	83.9%
2024	27	21.7%	78.3%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Other Penal Law in Erie County are handled at arraignment.

65.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

19.7%

Bail Set

2.6%

Remanded

$1

Median Bail Amount

Pretrial release data reflects arraignment outcomes under New York's bail reform laws. ROR = Released on Own Recognizance. Bail Set = cash bail or bond required. Remanded = held without bail.

Charge Reductions

82.8% of Other Penal Law cases
in Erie County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Other Penal Law Disorderly Conduct

32 cases (45.7%)

Other Penal Law Traffic Offense

27 cases (38.6%)

Other Penal Law Official Misconduct

6 cases (8.6%)

Other Penal Law DWI / DUI

4 cases (5.7%)

Other Penal Law Weapons Offense

1 cases (1.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Other Penal Law convictions in Erie County.

8.0%

Jail

3.4%

Probation

1.1%

State Prison

47.1%

Fine Only

9.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Other Penal Law in Erie County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	56	20.4%	79.6%
White	45	10.3%	89.7%
Hispanic	14	30.8%	69.2%

Disparities in case outcomes reflect well-documented systemic factors including policing patterns, socioeconomic inequality, and structural bias in the criminal justice system. These statistics should not be used to draw conclusions about any individual or group. Data sourced from DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your case.

Based on 118 cases in Erie County, 19.4% are dismissed, 80.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Other Penal Law in Erie County is 19.4%, based on 118 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Other Penal Law case in Erie County takes 4.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

65.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 19.7% have bail set, and 2.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Other Penal Law in Erie County is 80.6%, based on 118 cases from public court records. This includes both guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.

82.8% of Other Penal Law cases in Erie County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Erie County has a 19.4% dismissal rate for Other Penal Law cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Other Penal Law overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Other Penal Law in Erie County, 8.0% receive a jail sentence, 3.4% receive probation, and 1.1% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 15.2% dismissal rate, 84.8% conviction rate (109 cases). B Misdemeanor: 62.5% dismissal rate, 37.5% conviction rate (8 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns due to prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining dynamics.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 118 cases analyzed for Other Penal Law in Erie County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com