Criminal Possession Firearm in Erie County
PL § 265.01-B · Felony · 86 cases · 2024–2025
In Erie County, 23.0% of 86 Criminal Possession Firearm (PL 265.01-B) cases were dismissed and 77.0% 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
86
Total Cases
23.0%
Dismissal Rate
77.0%
Conviction Rate
7.0%
DAT Rate
32
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$250
Median Fine
$100–$500
Fine Range
$325
Median Surcharge
5
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Probation | 13 | 35.1% |
| Imprisonment | 10 | 27.0% |
| Conditional Discharge | 10 | 27.0% |
| Fine | 4 | 10.8% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Dismissed | 12 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 2 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 27 |
| 18-24 | 24 |
| 35-44 | 15 |
| 45-54 | 9 |
| 55-64 | 7 |
| Under 18 | 3 |
| 65+ | 1 |
PL 265.01-B in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 276 | 41.7% | 58.3% |
| Bronx | 167 | 64.0% | 36.0% |
| Queens | 117 | 10.1% | 89.9% |
| New York | 107 | 29.1% | 70.9% |
| Suffolk | 73 | 4.5% | 95.5% |
| Onondaga | 52 | 11.4% | 88.6% |
| Nassau | 46 | 2.8% | 97.2% |
| Monroe | 37 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
| Richmond | 33 | 34.5% | 65.5% |
| Niagara | 29 | 4.5% | 95.5% |
| Westchester | 29 | 14.3% | 85.7% |
| Albany | 28 | 12.5% | 87.5% |
| Orange | 27 | 23.8% | 76.2% |
| Dutchess | 23 | 5.6% | 94.4% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 86 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 23.0% of Criminal Possession Firearm cases in Erie County are dismissed and 77.0% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $250. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 5 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Criminal Possession Firearm in Erie County is $250. The median surcharge is an additional $325.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 86 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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