What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Cayuga County?

The dismissal rate is 2.3%, based on 46 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 Cayuga County?

The average case takes 5.7 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 Cayuga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 3.0% dismissal rate (36 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (10 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Cayuga County, NY — 2.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Cayuga County is 97.7%, based on 46 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

31.0% of Forgery cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Identity Theft.

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

Cayuga County has a 2.3% 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 Cayuga County result in conviction at an exceptionally high rate. The 97.7% conviction rate stands far above the statewide average dismissal rate of 21.6%, meaning forgery defendants in this county face dismissals in only 2.3% of cases compared to nearly one in five statewide. No acquittals occurred across the 46 cases reviewed, and dismissals have remained near zero since 2020. This pattern suggests forgery charges in Cayuga County are pursued selectively and prosecuted aggressively, with cases that reach court ending in conviction at rates approaching certainty.

About a third of forgery convictions result from reduced charges, primarily to Identity Theft or Petit Larceny rather than acquittal or dismissal. At arraignment, roughly half of defendants secure release without bail, though 27.5% face remand and those who post bail typically do so at $1,000 or less. Sentencing outcomes are split across incarceration and probation—nearly a quarter receive prison sentences, 16.7% receive jail time, and 14.3% receive probation. The median timeline to case resolution is 170 days.

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

2.3%

Dismissal Rate

97.7%

Conviction Rate

5.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

97.7%

Dismissed 2.3% Convicted 97.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 46 public court records, Cayuga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	36	3.0%	97.0%
C Felony	10	0.0%	100.0%

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 Cayuga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	6	0.0%	100.0%
2021	5	0.0%	100.0%
2022	12	0.0%	100.0%
2023	15	0.0%	100.0%

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 Cayuga County are handled at arraignment.

47.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

22.5%

Bail Set

27.5%

Remanded

$1,000

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

31.0% of Forgery cases
in Cayuga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Identity Theft

5 cases (38.5%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

4 cases (30.8%)

Forgery Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

2 cases (15.4%)

Forgery Fraud

1 cases (7.7%)

Forgery Escape / Bail Jumping

1 cases (7.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Cayuga County.

16.7%

Jail

14.3%

Probation

23.8%

State Prison

2.4%

Fine Only

2.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	33	3.2%	96.8%
Black	11	0.0%	100.0%

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 46 cases in Cayuga County, 2.3% are dismissed, 97.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Cayuga County is 2.3%, based on 46 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Cayuga County takes 5.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

47.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 22.5% have bail set, and 27.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Cayuga County is 97.7%, based on 46 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.

31.0% of Forgery cases in Cayuga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Identity Theft.

Cayuga County has a 2.3% 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 Cayuga County, 16.7% receive a jail sentence, 14.3% receive probation, and 23.8% 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: 3.0% dismissal rate, 97.0% conviction rate (36 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (10 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. 46 cases analyzed for Forgery in Cayuga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com