What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Onondaga County?

The dismissal rate is 30.3%, based on 164 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 Onondaga County?

The average case takes 9.8 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 Onondaga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 26.9% dismissal rate (121 cases). C Felony: 27.8% dismissal rate (28 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Onondaga County, NY — 30.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Onondaga County is 68.9%, based on 164 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

69.2% of Forgery cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Onondaga County has a 30.3% 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 Onondaga County are dismissed at notably higher rates than the statewide average, with 30.3 percent of charges dismissed compared to 21.6 percent across New York. This 8.7 percentage point gap suggests prosecutors or judges in Onondaga handle forgery charges more cautiously than their counterparts elsewhere in the state. Still, the conviction rate remains substantial at 68.9 percent when cases proceed to resolution. The dismissal trend has strengthened considerably, jumping from 5.9 percent in 2019 to 27.3 percent in the most recent year, indicating a meaningful shift in how these cases are being evaluated or prosecuted over the past five years.

Charge reduction is the dominant pattern in Onondaga forgery cases, occurring in nearly 70 percent of prosecutions. Disorderly Conduct accounts for the overwhelming majority of these reductions at 60.9 percent, with Petit Larceny and Traffic Offense making up most of the remainder. At the pretrial stage, defendants face mixed outcomes: 42.8 percent are released on recognizance, while 15.8 percent are remanded. Among those convicted, sentences vary widely, with probation imposed in 14.3 percent of convictions and prison time in 7.7 percent, though nearly one in ten convicted defendants received time

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

30.3%

Dismissal Rate

68.9%

Conviction Rate

9.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

30.3%

68.9%

Dismissed 30.3% Convicted 68.9% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 164 public court records, Onondaga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	121	26.9%	72.1%
C Felony	28	27.8%	72.2%
A Misdemeanor	14	66.7%	33.3%

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 Onondaga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	37	5.9%	91.2%
2020	26	25.0%	75.0%
2021	22	35.3%	64.7%
2022	25	47.4%	52.6%
2023	24	57.9%	42.1%
2024	29	27.3%	72.7%

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 Onondaga County are handled at arraignment.

42.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

12.5%

Bail Set

15.8%

Remanded

$2,500

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

69.2% of Forgery cases
in Onondaga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

28 cases (54.9%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

11 cases (21.6%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

7 cases (13.7%)

Forgery Fraud

3 cases (5.9%)

Forgery Identity Theft

2 cases (3.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Onondaga County.

5.5%

Jail

14.3%

Probation

7.7%

State Prison

9.9%

Fine Only

8.8%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	81	31.2%	67.2%
White	64	28.0%	72.0%
Hispanic	12	41.7%	58.3%

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 164 cases in Onondaga County, 30.3% are dismissed, 68.9% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 9.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Onondaga County is 30.3%, based on 164 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Onondaga County takes 9.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

42.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 12.5% have bail set, and 15.8% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $2,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Onondaga County is 68.9%, based on 164 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.

69.2% of Forgery cases in Onondaga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Onondaga County has a 30.3% 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 Onondaga County, 5.5% receive a jail sentence, 14.3% receive probation, and 7.7% 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: 26.9% dismissal rate, 72.1% conviction rate (121 cases). C Felony: 27.8% dismissal rate, 72.2% conviction rate (28 cases). A Misdemeanor: 66.7% dismissal rate, 33.3% conviction rate (14 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. 164 cases analyzed for Forgery in Onondaga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com