Crim Poss Contrl Subst-7th in Erie County
PL § 220.03 · Misdemeanor · 1,581 cases · 2024–2025
In Erie County, 32.2% of 1,581 Crim Poss Contrl Subst-7th (PL 220.03) cases were dismissed and 67.8% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $125.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
1,581
Total Cases
32.2%
Dismissal Rate
67.8%
Conviction Rate
18.0%
DAT Rate
38
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$125
Median Fine
$10–$1400
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
485
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 404 | 49.4% |
| Conditional Discharge | 206 | 25.2% |
| Imprisonment | 195 | 23.9% |
| Probation | 7 | 0.9% |
| Surcharge/Fee | 3 | 0.4% |
| Surcharge | 2 | 0.2% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 251 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 70 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 47 |
| Untimely Prosecution (CPL 170.30 (1)(d)) | 11 |
| Order of Observation-Final (CPL 730.40 (2)) | 10 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 556 |
| 25-34 | 520 |
| 45-54 | 265 |
| 55-64 | 132 |
| 18-24 | 84 |
| 65+ | 22 |
PL 220.03 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronx | 6,476 | 63.7% | 36.3% |
| Kings | 5,678 | 73.4% | 26.6% |
| New York | 5,547 | 56.9% | 43.1% |
| Queens | 5,055 | 49.0% | 51.0% |
| Suffolk | 3,064 | 24.3% | 75.7% |
| Nassau | 2,072 | 34.2% | 65.8% |
| Richmond | 1,514 | 21.6% | 78.4% |
| Westchester | 1,060 | 18.5% | 81.5% |
| Orange | 907 | 17.5% | 82.5% |
| Broome | 813 | 20.6% | 79.4% |
| Onondaga | 655 | 58.0% | 42.0% |
| Chautauqua | 592 | 19.3% | 80.7% |
| Oneida | 555 | 15.6% | 84.4% |
| Niagara | 456 | 14.0% | 86.0% |
| Chemung | 441 | 18.9% | 81.1% |
| Albany | 390 | 19.4% | 80.6% |
| Jefferson | 350 | 20.7% | 79.0% |
| St. Lawrence | 337 | 12.8% | 87.2% |
| Monroe | 319 | 29.9% | 70.1% |
| Saratoga | 292 | 14.9% | 85.1% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 1,581 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 32.2% of Crim Poss Contrl Subst-7th cases in Erie County are dismissed and 67.8% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $125. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 485 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Crim Poss Contrl Subst-7th in Erie County is $125. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 1,581 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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