Intent/Fraud Obt Trans W/O Pay in Erie County
PL § 165.15 · Misdemeanor · 86 cases · 2024–2025
In Erie County, 68.4% of 86 Intent/Fraud Obt Trans W/O Pay (PL 165.15) cases were dismissed and 31.6% 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
86
Total Cases
68.4%
Dismissal Rate
31.6%
Conviction Rate
59.3%
DAT Rate
38
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$100
Median Fine
$75–$120
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
4
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 12 | 50.0% |
| Imprisonment | 10 | 41.7% |
| Fine | 2 | 8.3% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 34 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 8 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 5 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 4 |
| Interest/Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.30 (1)(g)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 27 |
| 35-44 | 24 |
| 45-54 | 13 |
| 18-24 | 12 |
| 55-64 | 7 |
| 65+ | 3 |
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Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 86 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 68.4% of Intent/Fraud Obt Trans W/O Pay cases in Erie County are dismissed and 31.6% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 4 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Intent/Fraud Obt Trans W/O Pay in Erie County is $100. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 86 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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