What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Monroe County?

The dismissal rate is 18.6%, based on 181 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 Monroe County?

The average case takes 6.1 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 Monroe County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 14.0% dismissal rate (140 cases). C Felony: 16.0% dismissal rate (26 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Monroe County, NY — 18.6% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Monroe County is 80.1%, based on 181 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

46.5% of Forgery cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Monroe County has a 18.6% 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 Monroe County result in conviction in roughly 80 percent of cases, slightly outpacing the statewide pattern where convictions occur in comparable rates. However, Monroe County dismisses forgery charges at a 3 percentage point lower rate than the state average, suggesting prosecutors here pursue these cases more aggressively. Over the past six years, dismissal rates have trended downward from 20 percent to 17.6 percent, indicating prosecutors are increasingly taking forgery allegations to trial. Cases typically resolve in around six months.

Nearly half of forgery defendants receive charge reductions rather than conviction on the original charge. When reduced, forgery charges most commonly become disorderly conduct (69 percent of reductions) or petit larceny (28 percent). Among convicted defendants, probation is the most common outcome at 22 percent, followed by jail time at 12 percent, while prison sentences remain rare at 3 percent. Pretrial release is available to most defendants—45 percent are released without financial conditions, though 16 percent are held without bail and roughly 6 percent face bail averaging $2,750.

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

18.6%

Dismissal Rate

80.1%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

18.6%

80.1%

Dismissed 18.6% Convicted 80.1% Acquitted 0.6%

Source: 181 public court records, Monroe County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	140	14.0%	84.3%
C Felony	26	16.0%	84.0%
A Misdemeanor	13	69.2%	30.8%

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 Monroe County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	26	20.0%	80.0%
2020	15	15.4%	76.9%
2021	23	28.6%	66.7%
2022	44	14.6%	85.4%
2023	32	18.5%	81.5%
2024	41	17.6%	82.4%

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 Monroe County are handled at arraignment.

45.1%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.6%

Bail Set

16.0%

Remanded

$2,750

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

46.5% of Forgery cases
in Monroe County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

35 cases (63.6%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

14 cases (25.5%)

Forgery Theft of Services

2 cases (3.6%)

Forgery Identity Theft

2 cases (3.6%)

Forgery Fraud

2 cases (3.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Monroe County.

12.4%

Jail

21.7%

Probation

3.1%

State Prison

4.7%

Fine Only

7.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	94	27.4%	70.2%
White	59	6.0%	94.0%
Hispanic	27	15.4%	84.6%

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 181 cases in Monroe County, 18.6% are dismissed, 80.1% result in conviction, and 0.6% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Monroe County is 18.6%, based on 181 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Monroe County takes 6.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

45.1% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.6% have bail set, and 16.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,750. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Monroe County is 80.1%, based on 181 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.

46.5% of Forgery cases in Monroe County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Monroe County has a 18.6% 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 Monroe County, 12.4% receive a jail sentence, 21.7% receive probation, and 3.1% 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: 14.0% dismissal rate, 84.3% conviction rate (140 cases). C Felony: 16.0% dismissal rate, 84.0% conviction rate (26 cases). A Misdemeanor: 69.2% dismissal rate, 30.8% 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. 181 cases analyzed for Forgery in Monroe County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com