Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal in Chautauqua County
AM § 353 · Misdemeanor · 30 cases · 2024–2025
In Chautauqua County, 50.0% of 30 Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal (AM 353) cases were dismissed and 50.0% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $65.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
30
Total Cases
50.0%
Dismissal Rate
50.0%
Conviction Rate
36.7%
DAT Rate
35
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$65
Median Fine
$50–$80
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
2
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Probation | 4 | 36.4% |
| Conditional Discharge | 4 | 36.4% |
| Fine | 2 | 18.2% |
| Imprisonment | 1 | 9.1% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 9 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 2 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 1 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 1 |
| Decline to Prosecute - Unknown Reason | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 12 |
| 35-44 | 9 |
| 55-64 | 4 |
| 45-54 | 2 |
| 18-24 | 2 |
| 65+ | 1 |
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Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 30 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 50.0% of Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal cases in Chautauqua County are dismissed and 50.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $65. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 2 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal in Chautauqua County is $65. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 30 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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