What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Broome County?

The dismissal rate is 49.4%, based on 118 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 Broome County?

The average case takes 7.0 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 Broome County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 46.7% dismissal rate (73 cases). C Felony: 52.6% dismissal rate (27 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Broome County, NY — 49.4% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Broome County is 50.6%, based on 118 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

43.6% of Forgery cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Grand Larceny.

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

Broome County has a 49.4% 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 Broome County show dramatically different outcomes than the statewide pattern. Nearly half of all forgery charges (49.4%) are dismissed locally, compared to just 21.6% statewide—a gap of nearly 28 percentage points. This suggests Broome County prosecutors and courts handle forgery cases with skepticism about the evidence or pursue them selectively. The conviction rate sits at 50.6% with zero acquittals across 118 cases, indicating that when forgery charges proceed to trial, they rarely survive judicial scrutiny. The dismissal trend has strengthened over the past five years, rising from 42.9% to 50%, signaling an increasingly dismissal-friendly environment for this charge in the county.

Among defendants whose charges survive initial screening, pretrial release is generally accessible: 55.8% are released on recognizance without bail conditions. When bail is set, the median amount is $100. Notably, 43.6% of forgery charges get reduced to less serious offenses, with Grand Larceny and Disorderly Conduct each accounting for one-third of reductions. Defendants convicted of forgery face varied sentences—fines are most common at 28.2%, followed by jail time (17.9%), prison (12.8%), and probation (10.3%).

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

49.4%

Dismissal Rate

50.6%

Conviction Rate

7.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

49.4%

50.6%

Dismissed 49.4% Convicted 50.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 118 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	73	46.7%	53.3%
C Felony	27	52.6%	47.4%
A Misdemeanor	17	53.8%	46.2%

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 Broome County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	16	42.9%	57.1%
2020	8	83.3%	16.7%
2021	10	16.7%	83.3%
2022	10	60.0%	40.0%
2023	23	50.0%	50.0%
2024	51	50.0%	50.0%

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 Broome County are handled at arraignment.

55.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.0%

Bail Set

24.8%

Remanded

$100

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

43.6% of Forgery cases
in Broome County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Grand Larceny

3 cases (23.1%)

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

3 cases (23.1%)

Forgery DWI / DUI

3 cases (23.1%)

Forgery Drug Possession

2 cases (15.4%)

Forgery Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

2 cases (15.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Broome County.

17.9%

Jail

10.3%

Probation

12.8%

State Prison

28.2%

Fine Only

7.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	75	43.2%	56.8%
Black	34	57.1%	42.9%

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 118 cases in Broome County, 49.4% are dismissed, 50.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Broome County is 49.4%, based on 118 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Broome County takes 7.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

55.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.0% have bail set, and 24.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $100. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Broome County is 50.6%, based on 118 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.

43.6% of Forgery cases in Broome County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Grand Larceny.

Broome County has a 49.4% 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 Broome County, 17.9% receive a jail sentence, 10.3% receive probation, and 12.8% 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: 46.7% dismissal rate, 53.3% conviction rate (73 cases). C Felony: 52.6% dismissal rate, 47.4% conviction rate (27 cases). A Misdemeanor: 53.8% dismissal rate, 46.2% conviction rate (17 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. 118 cases analyzed for Forgery in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com