What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Montgomery County?

The dismissal rate is 3.8%, based on 32 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (24 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (5 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Montgomery County, NY — 3.8% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Montgomery County is 92.3%, based on 32 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

79.2% of Forgery cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Montgomery County has a 3.8% 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 Montgomery County result in conviction at substantially higher rates than the statewide average. The county's 92.3% conviction rate reflects a prosecution environment where forgery charges rarely end in dismissal—just 3.8% compared to 21.6% statewide, a gap of 17.8 percentage points. This disparity suggests Montgomery County handles forgery more aggressively than most jurisdictions, with cases moving to conviction in nearly all instances where they proceed to trial. The median time from charge to resolution is 148 days.

Charge reduction is common even though convictions follow in most cases. Nearly 80% of forgery defendants see their charges reduced, most often to Petit Larceny or Disorderly Conduct. Once convicted, sentences vary widely: fines are the most frequent outcome at 46%, while jail and prison terms each occur in about 12% of cases, with probation imposed in 25%. At pretrial, most defendants (68%) are released on their own recognizance, though about 14% have bail set with a median amount of $1,000.

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

3.8%

Dismissal Rate

92.3%

Conviction Rate

4.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

92.3%

Dismissed 3.8% Convicted 92.3% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 3.8%

Source: 32 public court records, Montgomery County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	24	0.0%	94.7%
C Felony	5	0.0%	100.0%

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 Montgomery County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2023	11	0.0%	100.0%
2024	8	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 Montgomery County are handled at arraignment.

67.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

14.3%

Bail Set

7.1%

Remanded

$1,000

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

79.2% of Forgery cases
in Montgomery County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Petit Larceny

5 cases (29.4%)

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

5 cases (29.4%)

Forgery Grand Larceny

3 cases (17.6%)

Forgery Fraud

2 cases (11.8%)

Forgery DWI / DUI

2 cases (11.8%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Montgomery County.

12.5%

Jail

25.0%

Probation

12.5%

State Prison

45.8%

Fine Only

4.2%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	16	8.3%	91.7%
Hispanic	10	0.0%	100.0%

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 32 cases in Montgomery County, 3.8% are dismissed, 92.3% 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 Montgomery County is 3.8%, based on 32 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

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

67.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 14.3% have bail set, and 7.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Montgomery County is 92.3%, based on 32 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.

79.2% of Forgery cases in Montgomery County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Montgomery County has a 3.8% 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 Montgomery County, 12.5% receive a jail sentence, 25.0% receive probation, and 12.5% 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: 0.0% dismissal rate, 94.7% conviction rate (24 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (5 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. 32 cases analyzed for Forgery in Montgomery County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com