What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Cortland County?

The dismissal rate is 20.0%, based on 53 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 Cortland County?

The average case takes 11.1 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 Cortland County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 21.4% dismissal rate (37 cases). C Felony: 9.1% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Cortland County, NY — 20.0% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Cortland County is 75.0%, based on 53 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

56.7% of Forgery cases in Cortland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Cortland County has a 20.0% dismissal rate for Forgery. Visit the Forgery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

In Cortland County, forgery cases result in conviction in three out of four cases, slightly below the statewide dismissal rate of 21.6 percent. The 20 percent dismissal rate here sits 1.6 percentage points lower than the state average, suggesting forgery charges in this county proceed to trial or resolution more often than they're dropped. Over the five-year period from 2019 to 2023, dismissals have trended upward, rising from 20 percent to nearly 29 percent, indicating prosecutors or courts are increasingly likely to dismiss these cases.

Charge reductions happen in more than half of forgery cases in Cortland County, with petit larceny being the dominant replacement charge in 54 percent of reductions. At pretrial, 41 percent of defendants are released on their own recognizance, while 35 percent are remanded. For those convicted, probation is the most common outcome at 23 percent, followed by jail time at 20 percent. The median case takes 332 days from filing to resolution, reflecting the time needed for investigation, plea negotiations, and potential trial preparation.

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

20.0%

Dismissal Rate

75.0%

Conviction Rate

11.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

20.0%

75.0%

Dismissed 20.0% Convicted 75.0% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 5.0%

Source: 53 public court records, Cortland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	37	21.4%	75.0%
C Felony	15	9.1%	81.8%

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 Cortland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	11	20.0%	70.0%
2020	16	18.2%	81.8%
2021	11	22.2%	66.7%
2023	10	28.6%	71.4%

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 Cortland County are handled at arraignment.

41.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

11.8%

Bail Set

35.3%

Remanded

$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

56.7% of Forgery cases
in Cortland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Petit Larceny

7 cases (43.8%)

Forgery Other

3 cases (18.8%)

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

3 cases (18.8%)

Forgery Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

2 cases (12.5%)

Forgery Grand Larceny

1 cases (6.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Cortland County.

20.0%

Jail

23.3%

Probation

16.7%

State Prison

10.0%

Fine Only

10.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	31	17.4%	82.6%
Black	17	23.1%	69.2%

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 53 cases in Cortland County, 20.0% are dismissed, 75.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 11.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Cortland County is 20.0%, based on 53 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Cortland County takes 11.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

41.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 11.8% have bail set, and 35.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $250. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Cortland County is 75.0%, based on 53 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.

56.7% of Forgery cases in Cortland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Cortland County has a 20.0% 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 Cortland County, 20.0% receive a jail sentence, 23.3% receive probation, and 16.7% 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: 21.4% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (37 cases). C Felony: 9.1% dismissal rate, 81.8% conviction rate (15 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. 53 cases analyzed for Forgery in Cortland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com