In Erie County, 36.4% of 45 Forcible Touch- Intimate Parts (PL 130.52) cases were dismissed and 61.4% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $250.

Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026

45
Total Cases
36.4%
Dismissal Rate
61.4%
Conviction Rate
13.3%
DAT Rate
43
Median Age

Fines & Surcharges

$250
Median Fine
$100–$500
Fine Range
$160
Median Surcharge
9
Cases With Fines

Sentencing Breakdown

Sentence Count Percentage
Conditional Discharge 12 44.4%
Imprisonment 6 22.2%
Fine 5 18.5%
Probation 4 14.8%

Dismissal Reasons

Reason Count
ACD 5
Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) 4
Untimely Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(d)) 3
Motion to Dismiss Granted 3
Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) 1

Age Distribution

Age Group Cases
25-34 11
45-54 9
55-64 9
35-44 8
65+ 4
18-24 4

PL 130.52 in Other Counties

County Cases Dismissal Rate Conviction Rate
New York 544 59.9% 39.5%
Queens 394 57.8% 42.2%
Kings 314 60.9% 38.7%
Bronx 256 61.5% 38.1%
Suffolk 82 37.2% 61.5%
Nassau 81 44.6% 50.0%
Westchester 65 36.2% 63.8%
Richmond 51 37.5% 62.5%
Orange 43 37.1% 62.9%
Monroe 36 71.0% 29.0%
Onondaga 32 43.3% 56.7%
Rockland 32 61.9% 38.1%
Albany 27 40.0% 60.0%

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.

Based on 45 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 36.4% of Forcible Touch- Intimate Parts cases in Erie County are dismissed and 61.4% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $250. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 9 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Forcible Touch- Intimate Parts in Erie County is $250. The median surcharge is an additional $160.

Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 45 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com

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