Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal in Erie County
AM § 353 · Misdemeanor · 28 cases · 2024–2025
In Erie County, 50.0% of 28 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 $280.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
28
Total Cases
50.0%
Dismissal Rate
50.0%
Conviction Rate
50.0%
DAT Rate
43
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$280
Median Fine
$50–$1000
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
5
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 7 | 58.3% |
| Fine | 5 | 41.7% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 9 |
| Untimely Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(d)) | 2 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 1 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 10 |
| 45-54 | 6 |
| 35-44 | 5 |
| 55-64 | 3 |
| 18-24 | 2 |
| 65+ | 2 |
AM 353 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onondaga | 41 | 30.8% | 69.2% |
| Suffolk | 39 | 26.5% | 73.5% |
| Albany | 34 | 12.5% | 87.5% |
| Chautauqua | 30 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| New York | 29 | 55.2% | 44.8% |
| Queens | 25 | 37.5% | 62.5% |
| Niagara | 24 | 19.0% | 76.2% |
| Kings | 23 | 39.1% | 60.9% |
| Schenectady | 20 | 21.1% | 78.9% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 28 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 50.0% of Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal cases in Erie County are dismissed and 50.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $280. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 5 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal in Erie County is $280. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 28 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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