What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Chautauqua County?

The dismissal rate is 12.5%, based on 63 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 Chautauqua County?

The average case takes 8.2 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 Chautauqua County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 7.0% dismissal rate (49 cases). C Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate (9 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Chautauqua County, NY — 12.5% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Chautauqua County is 87.5%, based on 63 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

57.1% of Forgery cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Chautauqua County has a 12.5% 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 Chautauqua County result in conviction 87.5% of the time, well above the statewide dismissal rate of 21.6%. The county dismisses only 12.5% of forgery charges compared to the state average of 21.6%, a 9.1 percentage point gap suggesting prosecutors pursue these cases more aggressively here. No defendants were acquitted across the 63 cases analyzed. The trend worsens for defendants over time: dismissal rates fell sharply from 22.2% in 2019 to zero in the most recent year, indicating prosecutors have become more successful at securing convictions on forgery charges.

Most forgery defendants receive release before trial, with 44.3% released on their own recognizance and only 8.2% remanded. Those who need bail face a median of $1,000. Notably, 57.1% of forgery cases result in charge reductions rather than conviction on the original charge. Petit larceny is the most common reduction target at 47.4% of all reductions, followed by disorderly conduct. Among convicted defendants, probation is the dominant sentence at 24.5%, with jail time imposed in 6.1% of cases and prison sentences in just 2%.

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

12.5%

Dismissal Rate

87.5%

Conviction Rate

8.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

12.5%

87.5%

Dismissed 12.5% Convicted 87.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 63 public court records, Chautauqua County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	49	7.0%	93.0%
C Felony	9	25.0%	75.0%

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 Chautauqua County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	11	22.2%	77.8%
2020	14	15.4%	84.6%
2021	11	9.1%	90.9%
2023	16	15.4%	84.6%
2024	8	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 Chautauqua County are handled at arraignment.

44.3%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

8.2%

Bail Set

8.2%

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

57.1% of Forgery cases
in Chautauqua County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Petit Larceny

9 cases (39.1%)

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

7 cases (30.4%)

Forgery Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

3 cases (13.0%)

Forgery Drug Offense

2 cases (8.7%)

Forgery Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

2 cases (8.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Chautauqua County.

6.1%

Jail

24.5%

Probation

2.0%

State Prison

4.1%

Fine Only

8.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	48	9.5%	90.5%

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 63 cases in Chautauqua County, 12.5% are dismissed, 87.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Chautauqua County is 12.5%, based on 63 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Chautauqua County takes 8.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

44.3% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 8.2% have bail set, and 8.2% 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 Chautauqua County is 87.5%, based on 63 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.

57.1% of Forgery cases in Chautauqua County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Chautauqua County has a 12.5% 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 Chautauqua County, 6.1% receive a jail sentence, 24.5% receive probation, and 2.0% 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: 7.0% dismissal rate, 93.0% conviction rate (49 cases). C Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (9 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. 63 cases analyzed for Forgery in Chautauqua County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com