What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Albany County?

The dismissal rate is 17.8%, based on 263 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Forgery case take in Albany County?

The average case takes 4.6 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Forgery in Albany County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 15.1% dismissal rate (203 cases). A Misdemeanor: 25.8% dismissal rate (32 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Albany County, NY — 17.8% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Forgery in Albany County?

The conviction rate for Forgery in Albany County is 82.2%, based on 263 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Forgery charges reduced in Albany County?

77.3% of Forgery cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Albany County compare to other counties for Forgery?

Albany County has a 17.8% dismissal rate for Forgery. Visit the Forgery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Forgery cases in Albany County result in conviction 82.2 percent of the time, slightly above the statewide pattern where dismissals occur at 21.6 percent compared to Albany's 17.8 percent. This 3.8 percentage point gap suggests the county handles forgery charges more aggressively, though the difference is modest. The trend over the past six years shows dismissals declining from 26.8 percent in 2019 to 20.0 percent in 2024, indicating prosecutors have grown less likely to drop these cases. Cases resolve relatively quickly, with a median of 137.5 days from charge to disposition.

Pretrial conditions are not restrictive for most defendants: 59.5 percent are released on recognizance without bail. Among those detained, the median bail is set at $1,500. Notably, 77.3 percent of forgery charges are reduced to a lesser offense before trial, primarily to disorderly conduct (78.1 percent of all reductions). Among those convicted, fines dominate sentencing outcomes at 37.4 percent, while jail time occurs in 6.1 percent of cases and prison in 2.5 percent. Time served is credited in 10.6 percent of convictions.

Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Avg duration measures arraignment to final disposition. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: March 2026

17.8%

Dismissal Rate

82.2%

Conviction Rate

4.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

17.8%

82.2%

Dismissed 17.8% Convicted 82.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 263 public court records, Albany County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Forgery in Albany County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	203	15.1%	84.9%
A Misdemeanor	32	25.8%	74.2%
C Felony	26	26.1%	73.9%

Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest (e.g., A Felony is the most serious, B Misdemeanor the least). Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities, plea bargaining patterns, and case complexity. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Forgery outcomes in Albany County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	44	26.8%	73.2%
2020	34	21.9%	78.1%
2021	50	12.8%	87.2%
2022	26	12.5%	87.5%
2023	53	10.9%	89.1%
2024	55	20.0%	80.0%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Forgery in Albany County are handled at arraignment.

59.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.6%

Bail Set

11.7%

Remanded

$1,500

Median Bail Amount

Pretrial release data reflects arraignment outcomes under New York's bail reform laws. ROR = Released on Own Recognizance. Bail Set = cash bail or bond required. Remanded = held without bail.

Charge Reductions

77.3% of Forgery cases
in Albany County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

100 cases (71.9%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

17 cases (12.2%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

11 cases (7.9%)

Forgery Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

6 cases (4.3%)

Forgery Identity Theft

5 cases (3.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Albany County.

6.1%

Jail

7.1%

Probation

2.5%

State Prison

37.4%

Fine Only

10.6%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Forgery in Albany County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	122	20.9%	79.1%
White	72	14.9%	85.1%
Hispanic	58	14.8%	85.2%

Disparities in case outcomes reflect well-documented systemic factors including policing patterns, socioeconomic inequality, and structural bias in the criminal justice system. These statistics should not be used to draw conclusions about any individual or group. Data sourced from DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your case.

Based on 263 cases in Albany County, 17.8% are dismissed, 82.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Albany County is 17.8%, based on 263 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Albany County takes 4.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

59.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.6% have bail set, and 11.7% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Albany County is 82.2%, based on 263 cases from public court records. This includes both guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.

77.3% of Forgery cases in Albany County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Albany County has a 17.8% dismissal rate for Forgery cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Forgery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Forgery in Albany County, 6.1% receive a jail sentence, 7.1% receive probation, and 2.5% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 15.1% dismissal rate, 84.9% conviction rate (203 cases). A Misdemeanor: 25.8% dismissal rate, 74.2% conviction rate (32 cases). C Felony: 26.1% dismissal rate, 73.9% conviction rate (26 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns due to prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining dynamics.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 263 cases analyzed for Forgery in Albany County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com