Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal in Suffolk County
AM § 353 · Misdemeanor · 39 cases · 2024–2025
In Suffolk County, 26.5% of 39 Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal (AM 353) cases were dismissed and 73.5% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $75.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
39
Total Cases
26.5%
Dismissal Rate
73.5%
Conviction Rate
74.4%
DAT Rate
49
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$75
Median Fine
$50–$100
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
2
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 19 | 76.0% |
| Probation | 2 | 8.0% |
| Fine | 2 | 8.0% |
| Restitution | 1 | 4.0% |
| Imprisonment | 1 | 4.0% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 7 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 1 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 14 |
| 65+ | 10 |
| 45-54 | 7 |
| 55-64 | 4 |
| 25-34 | 2 |
| 18-24 | 1 |
AM 353 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onondaga | 41 | 30.8% | 69.2% |
| Albany | 34 | 12.5% | 87.5% |
| Chautauqua | 30 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| New York | 29 | 55.2% | 44.8% |
| 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 39 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 26.5% of Torture/Injure/Not Feed Animal cases in Suffolk County are dismissed and 73.5% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $75. 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 Suffolk County is $75. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 39 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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