What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Jefferson County?

The dismissal rate is 8.9%, based on 49 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 Jefferson County?

The average case takes 7.3 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 Jefferson County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 6.7% dismissal rate (32 cases). C Felony: 15.4% dismissal rate (13 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Jefferson County, NY — 8.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Jefferson County is 91.1%, based on 49 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

31.7% of Forgery cases in Jefferson County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

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

Jefferson County has a 8.9% 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 Jefferson County result in conviction 91.1% of the time, significantly higher than the statewide average dismissal rate of 21.6%. Only 8.9% of forgery cases here are dismissed, representing a 12.7 percentage point gap below the state average. This suggests Jefferson County prosecutors are more selective or aggressive with forgery charges, or that defendants face stronger evidence in the cases that proceed. The trend is sharply negative for defendants: dismissals dropped from 25% in 2019 to 0% by the most recent year, indicating increasingly successful prosecution of these charges in the county.

Among convicted defendants, sentences emphasize probation (29.3%) and jail time (22%), with a smaller portion receiving prison sentences (12.2%) or fines (17.1%). About one-third of forgery cases face charge reductions before trial, mostly downgraded to traffic offenses (42.9% of reductions) or petit larceny (28.6%). Pretrial release is accessible to most defendants—63.4% are released on their own recognizance—though those held on bail face a median of $875. The median time from charge to resolution is 218 days, roughly seven months.

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

8.9%

Dismissal Rate

91.1%

Conviction Rate

7.3 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

91.1%

Dismissed 8.9% Convicted 91.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 49 public court records, Jefferson County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	32	6.7%	93.3%
C Felony	13	15.4%	84.6%

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 Jefferson County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	9	25.0%	75.0%
2020	5	20.0%	80.0%
2021	11	0.0%	100.0%
2022	9	11.1%	88.9%
2023	8	0.0%	100.0%
2024	7	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 Jefferson County are handled at arraignment.

63.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.6%

Bail Set

12.2%

Remanded

$875

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

31.7% of Forgery cases
in Jefferson County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Traffic Offense

3 cases (30.0%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

2 cases (20.0%)

Forgery Other

2 cases (20.0%)

Forgery Grand Larceny

2 cases (20.0%)

Forgery Theft of Services

1 cases (10.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Jefferson County.

22.0%

Jail

29.3%

Probation

12.2%

State Prison

17.1%

Fine Only

4.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Forgery in Jefferson 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	6.7%	93.3%

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 49 cases in Jefferson County, 8.9% are dismissed, 91.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.3 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Jefferson County is 8.9%, based on 49 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Jefferson County takes 7.3 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

63.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.6% have bail set, and 12.2% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $875. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Jefferson County is 91.1%, based on 49 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.

31.7% of Forgery cases in Jefferson County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

Jefferson County has a 8.9% 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 Jefferson County, 22.0% receive a jail sentence, 29.3% receive probation, and 12.2% 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: 6.7% dismissal rate, 93.3% conviction rate (32 cases). C Felony: 15.4% dismissal rate, 84.6% conviction rate (13 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. 49 cases analyzed for Forgery in Jefferson County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com