What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Chenango County?

The dismissal rate is 16.7%, based on 21 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 Chenango County?

The average case takes 4.9 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 Chenango County?

Charge class breakdown data is limited for this combination.

Forgery in Chenango County, NY — 16.7% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Chenango County is 83.3%, based on 21 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

40.0% of Forgery cases in Chenango County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Chenango County has a 16.7% dismissal rate for Forgery. Visit the Forgery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Forgery defendants in Chenango County face conviction in roughly 83 out of every 100 cases, a rate substantially higher than the statewide average of 78.4 percent. The county's dismissal rate of 16.7 percent trails the statewide average by nearly 5 percentage points, suggesting forgery charges here proceed to resolution more often than they do elsewhere. Over the 2021-2024 period, dismissals have trended downward, indicating prosecutors have grown more successful at moving these cases forward. Among the small number of cases tracked, none resulted in acquittal, underscoring the difficulty defendants face at trial.

Pretrial conditions in Chenango County show a split outcome: 58.8 percent of defendants were released on their own recognizance, but nearly a quarter were remanded without bail. When bail was set, the median amount was $2,250. Notably, 40 percent of forgery cases experienced charge reductions before disposition, with half of those reductions dropping to petit larceny and about a third to criminal trespass. Among convicted defendants, sentencing varied widely: one-third received fines, 26.7 percent were sentenced to prison, and the remainder split between jail and probation terms.

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

16.7%

Dismissal Rate

83.3%

Conviction Rate

4.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

16.7%

83.3%

Dismissed 16.7% Convicted 83.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 21 public court records, Chenango County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Forgery outcomes in Chenango County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2021	6	0.0%	100.0%
2023	6	25.0%	75.0%
2024	5	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 Chenango County are handled at arraignment.

58.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

11.8%

Bail Set

23.5%

Remanded

$2,250

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

40.0% of Forgery cases
in Chenango County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Petit Larceny

3 cases (50.0%)

Forgery Criminal Trespass

2 cases (33.3%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

1 cases (16.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Chenango County.

13.3%

Jail

13.3%

Probation

26.7%

State Prison

33.3%

Fine Only

6.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	18	20.0%	80.0%

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 21 cases in Chenango County, 16.7% are dismissed, 83.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Chenango County is 16.7%, based on 21 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Chenango County takes 4.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

58.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 11.8% have bail set, and 23.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Chenango County is 83.3%, based on 21 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.

40.0% of Forgery cases in Chenango County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Chenango County has a 16.7% 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 Chenango County, 13.3% receive a jail sentence, 13.3% receive probation, and 26.7% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 21 cases analyzed for Forgery in Chenango County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com