Crim Obstruction Breathing in Erie County
PL § 121.11 · Misdemeanor · 306 cases · 2024–2025
In Erie County, 64.8% of 306 Crim Obstruction Breathing (PL 121.11) cases were dismissed and 34.9% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $100.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
306
Total Cases
64.8%
Dismissal Rate
34.9%
Conviction Rate
3.3%
DAT Rate
34
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$100
Median Fine
$25–$500
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
40
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 41 | 41.8% |
| Fine | 35 | 35.7% |
| Imprisonment | 15 | 15.3% |
| Probation | 7 | 7.1% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Untimely Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(d)) | 56 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 49 |
| ACD | 48 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 9 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 9 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 96 |
| 35-44 | 91 |
| 18-24 | 57 |
| 45-54 | 42 |
| 55-64 | 16 |
| 65+ | 3 |
| Under 18 | 1 |
PL 121.11 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens | 766 | 87.0% | 12.9% |
| Suffolk | 564 | 74.9% | 24.7% |
| New York | 439 | 91.3% | 8.7% |
| Monroe | 374 | 77.0% | 23.0% |
| Bronx | 308 | 93.8% | 6.2% |
| Nassau | 248 | 71.4% | 28.2% |
| Kings | 240 | 96.6% | 3.4% |
| Onondaga | 213 | 64.9% | 35.1% |
| Westchester | 202 | 76.6% | 23.4% |
| Orange | 183 | 74.8% | 25.2% |
| Oneida | 136 | 21.7% | 78.3% |
| Niagara | 124 | 41.9% | 58.1% |
| Schenectady | 123 | 52.2% | 47.8% |
| Richmond | 117 | 80.5% | 19.5% |
| Albany | 113 | 42.9% | 57.1% |
| Rockland | 83 | 70.6% | 29.4% |
| Chautauqua | 82 | 58.3% | 41.7% |
| Broome | 70 | 36.8% | 61.4% |
| Ulster | 60 | 52.9% | 47.1% |
| Saratoga | 53 | 22.5% | 77.5% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 306 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 64.8% of Crim Obstruction Breathing cases in Erie County are dismissed and 34.9% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 40 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Obstruction Breathing in Erie County is $100. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 306 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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