What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Chemung County?

The dismissal rate is 14.3%, based on 43 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 Chemung County?

The average case takes 8.1 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 Chemung County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 13.8% dismissal rate (36 cases). A Misdemeanor: 20.0% dismissal rate (6 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Chemung County, NY — 14.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Chemung County is 85.7%, based on 43 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

26.7% of Forgery cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

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

Chemung County has a 14.3% 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 Chemung County result in conviction far more often than statewide patterns suggest. The county's 85.7% conviction rate stands against a dismissal rate of just 14.3%, which runs 7.3 percentage points below the statewide average of 21.6%. This gap indicates that forgery charges in Chemung County proceed to conviction more readily than they do across New York State. Over the six-year period from 2019 to 2024, dismissals have trended downward, dropping from 14.3% to 0%, suggesting prosecutors are increasingly successful in moving these cases forward.

When forgery cases reach trial in Chemung County, roughly one in four results in charge reduction rather than conviction on the original charge. Traffic offenses and petit larceny are equally common destinations for reduced charges, each absorbing 40% of reductions. Among those convicted, nearly 37% face fines as the primary sentence, while jail and prison terms each apply to roughly one in five defendants. Most defendants—nearly 57%—secure release before trial without bail. Cases resolve in a median of 243.5 days, reflecting a standard progression through the system.

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

14.3%

Dismissal Rate

85.7%

Conviction Rate

8.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

14.3%

85.7%

Dismissed 14.3% Convicted 85.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 43 public court records, Chemung County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	36	13.8%	86.2%
A Misdemeanor	6	20.0%	80.0%

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 Chemung County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	14.3%	85.7%
2020	5	25.0%	75.0%
2021	6	16.7%	83.3%
2022	5	20.0%	80.0%
2023	9	16.7%	83.3%
2024	9	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 Chemung County are handled at arraignment.

56.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

24.3%

Bail Set

8.1%

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

26.7% of Forgery cases
in Chemung County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Traffic Offense

2 cases (28.6%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

2 cases (28.6%)

Forgery Theft of Services

1 cases (14.3%)

Forgery Drug Possession

1 cases (14.3%)

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (14.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Chemung County.

20.0%

Jail

13.3%

Probation

13.3%

State Prison

36.7%

Fine Only

10.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	38	16.1%	83.9%

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 43 cases in Chemung County, 14.3% are dismissed, 85.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 8.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Chemung County is 14.3%, based on 43 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Chemung County takes 8.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

56.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 24.3% have bail set, and 8.1% 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 Chemung County is 85.7%, based on 43 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.

26.7% of Forgery cases in Chemung County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

Chemung County has a 14.3% 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 Chemung County, 20.0% receive a jail sentence, 13.3% receive probation, and 13.3% 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: 13.8% dismissal rate, 86.2% conviction rate (36 cases). A Misdemeanor: 20.0% dismissal rate, 80.0% conviction rate (6 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. 43 cases analyzed for Forgery in Chemung County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com