Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal in New York County
AM § 353 · Misdemeanor · 29 cases · 2024–2025
In New York County, 55.2% of 29 Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal (AM 353) cases were dismissed and 44.8% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
29
Total Cases
55.2%
Dismissal Rate
44.8%
Conviction Rate
69.0%
DAT Rate
31
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$200
Median Surcharge
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 8 | 72.7% |
| Imprisonment | 3 | 27.3% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 8 |
| ACD | 3 |
| Superseded by Another Charge (CPL 100.50(1)) | 2 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 2 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 13 |
| 35-44 | 7 |
| 18-24 | 3 |
| 65+ | 2 |
| 55-64 | 2 |
| 45-54 | 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% |
| Erie | 28 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| 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 29 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 55.2% of Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal cases in New York County are dismissed and 44.8% result in conviction. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Fine data is limited for this charge in New York County. Fines vary based on severity and judicial discretion.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 29 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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