What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Niagara County?

The dismissal rate is 9.4%, based on 71 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 Niagara County?

The average case takes 7.5 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 Niagara County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 2.6% dismissal rate (45 cases). C Felony: 13.3% dismissal rate (15 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Niagara County, NY — 9.4% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Niagara County is 90.6%, based on 71 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

48.3% of Forgery cases in Niagara County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Niagara County has a 9.4% 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 Niagara County result in conviction far more often than statewide patterns suggest. With a 90.6 percent conviction rate against a statewide average dismissal rate of 21.6 percent, Niagara prosecutors secure convictions in these cases at notably higher rates. The county's 9.4 percent dismissal rate sits 12.2 percentage points below the statewide average, indicating that forgery charges here proceed to resolution rather than being filtered out early. The trend has shifted sharply downward—dismissals dropped from 12.5 percent in 2019 to zero percent in the most recent year—suggesting prosecutors have tightened case screening or courts have become less inclined to dismiss.

Nearly half of forgery charges in Niagara County get reduced to lesser offenses, most commonly disorderly conduct at 56.5 percent of reductions. Most defendants are released before trial, with 77 percent getting released on their own recognizance and only 11.5 percent held without bail. Those convicted split between probation (22.4 percent) and fines (15.5 percent) as the primary sentences, though a smaller group faces prison time. The median case takes about seven and a half months to resolve, and when bail is imposed, it typically starts at $500.

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

9.4%

Dismissal Rate

90.6%

Conviction Rate

7.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

90.6%

Dismissed 9.4% Convicted 90.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 71 public court records, Niagara County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	45	2.6%	97.4%
C Felony	15	13.3%	86.7%
A Misdemeanor	9	37.5%	62.5%

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 Niagara County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	16	12.5%	87.5%
2020	14	25.0%	75.0%
2022	10	0.0%	100.0%
2023	17	7.1%	92.9%
2024	12	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 Niagara County are handled at arraignment.

77.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

6.6%

Bail Set

11.5%

Remanded

$500

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

48.3% of Forgery cases
in Niagara County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

13 cases (48.1%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

7 cases (25.9%)

Forgery Fraud

3 cases (11.1%)

Forgery Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

3 cases (11.1%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

1 cases (3.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Niagara County.

6.9%

Jail

22.4%

Probation

12.1%

State Prison

15.5%

Fine Only

6.9%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	37	12.9%	87.1%
Black	28	7.4%	92.6%

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 71 cases in Niagara County, 9.4% are dismissed, 90.6% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Niagara County is 9.4%, based on 71 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Niagara County takes 7.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

77.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 6.6% have bail set, and 11.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Niagara County is 90.6%, based on 71 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.

48.3% of Forgery cases in Niagara County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Niagara County has a 9.4% 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 Niagara County, 6.9% receive a jail sentence, 22.4% receive probation, and 12.1% 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: 2.6% dismissal rate, 97.4% conviction rate (45 cases). C Felony: 13.3% dismissal rate, 86.7% conviction rate (15 cases). A Misdemeanor: 37.5% dismissal rate, 62.5% conviction rate (9 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. 71 cases analyzed for Forgery in Niagara County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com