What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Nassau County?

The dismissal rate is 31.2%, based on 3874 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 Nassau County?

The average case takes 6.0 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 Nassau County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 30.5% dismissal rate (2481 cases). A Misdemeanor: 35.3% dismissal rate (1232 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Nassau County, NY — 31.2% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Forgery in Nassau County?

Based on 3874 cases in Nassau County, 31.2% are dismissed, 68.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Nassau County is 68.5%, based on 3874 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

87.2% of Forgery cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

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

Nassau County has a 31.2% 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 Nassau County are dismissed at significantly higher rates than the statewide average, with a 31.2% dismissal rate compared to 21.6% statewide—a gap of 9.6 percentage points. This divergence suggests Nassau County prosecutors or judges handle forgery charges more skeptically than the state as a whole. The 68.5% conviction rate reflects that those cases which proceed to trial typically result in guilty verdicts, but the trend points toward increasing leniency: dismissal rates have climbed from 13.9% in 2019 to 29.9% by 2024, indicating a clear shift away from prosecution over the past five years.

Most forgery defendants in Nassau County are released before trial, with 56.2% granted release on their own recognizance and only 5.4% having bail set, typically at a median of $2,000. The most consequential pattern emerges in charge reductions: 87.2% of cases are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to traffic violations (45.3%) or disorderly conduct (36.7%). This high reduction rate explains the conviction picture—many defendants never face the original forgery charge at trial. When convictions do occur, fines dominate sentencing outcomes at 71.5%, while jail time is rare at 6%, suggesting prosecutors and judges treat forgery largely as

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

31.2%

Dismissal Rate

68.5%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

31.2%

68.5%

Dismissed 31.2% Convicted 68.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 3,874 public court records, Nassau County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	2,481	30.5%	69.3%
A Misdemeanor	1,232	35.3%	64.7%
C Felony	101	8.1%	85.9%
E Felony	55	14.5%	83.6%
B Misdemeanor	5	60.0%	40.0%

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 Nassau County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	302	13.9%	84.1%
2020	547	32.3%	67.3%
2021	1,374	35.5%	64.5%
2022	444	29.5%	70.5%
2023	513	32.2%	67.1%
2024	686	29.9%	70.1%

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 Nassau County are handled at arraignment.

56.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.4%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$2,000

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

87.2% of Forgery cases
in Nassau County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Traffic Offense

974 cases (44.3%)

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

789 cases (35.9%)

Forgery Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

386 cases (17.5%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

35 cases (1.6%)

Forgery Drug Possession

16 cases (0.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Nassau County.

6.0%

Jail

4.5%

Probation

0.7%

State Prison

71.5%

Fine Only

1.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	1,877	28.3%	71.3%
Hispanic	1,274	33.4%	66.3%
White	358	31.2%	68.0%
Asian	212	42.9%	57.1%
Other	131	33.6%	66.4%
Native American	20	25.0%	75.0%

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 3,874 cases in Nassau County, 31.2% are dismissed, 68.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.0 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Nassau County is 31.2%, based on 3,874 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Nassau County takes 6.0 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

56.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.4% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Nassau County is 68.5%, based on 3,874 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.

87.2% of Forgery cases in Nassau County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Traffic Offense.

Nassau County has a 31.2% 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 Nassau County, 6.0% receive a jail sentence, 4.5% receive probation, and 0.7% 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: 30.5% dismissal rate, 69.3% conviction rate (2,481 cases). A Misdemeanor: 35.3% dismissal rate, 64.7% conviction rate (1,232 cases). C Felony: 8.1% dismissal rate, 85.9% conviction rate (101 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. 3,874 cases analyzed for Forgery in Nassau County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com