What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Orange County?

The dismissal rate is 23.3%, based on 162 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 Orange 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 Orange County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 22.3% dismissal rate (100 cases). A Misdemeanor: 22.9% dismissal rate (36 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Orange County, NY — 23.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Orange County is 76.7%, based on 162 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

86.1% of Forgery cases in Orange County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Orange County has a 23.3% dismissal rate for Forgery. Visit the Forgery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Forgery defendants in Orange County face a high conviction rate of 76.7%, slightly above the statewide average of 78.4%. This county's dismissal rate of 23.3% is marginally higher than the state's 21.6%, suggesting forgery cases here are handled comparably to other counties statewide. However, the trend is unfavorable: dismissal rates have declined from 37.5% in 2019 to 30.4% in 2024, indicating prosecutors are securing convictions more consistently in recent years.

The vast majority of forgery defendants—86.1%—have their charges reduced before trial, typically to disorderly conduct (76.5% of reductions). Most defendants (60.4%) are released before trial without bail, though when bail is set, the median amount is $1,000. Among those convicted, fines are the dominant sentence at 50.4% of cases, while probation follows at 5.2%, meaning incarceration is less common than financial penalties. Cases resolve in a median of 182 days.

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

23.3%

Dismissal Rate

76.7%

Conviction Rate

6.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

23.3%

76.7%

Dismissed 23.3% Convicted 76.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 162 public court records, Orange County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	100	22.3%	77.7%
A Misdemeanor	36	22.9%	77.1%
C Felony	23	33.3%	66.7%

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 Orange County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	18	37.5%	62.5%
2020	11	9.1%	90.9%
2021	21	20.0%	80.0%
2022	22	15.8%	84.2%
2023	38	19.4%	80.6%
2024	50	30.4%	69.6%

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 Orange County are handled at arraignment.

60.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

9.4%

Bail Set

3.4%

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

86.1% of Forgery cases
in Orange County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

62 cases (70.5%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

13 cases (14.8%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

6 cases (6.8%)

Forgery DWI / DUI

4 cases (4.5%)

Forgery Identity Theft

3 cases (3.4%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Orange County.

3.5%

Jail

5.2%

Probation

4.3%

State Prison

50.4%

Fine Only

3.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	71	26.1%	73.9%
White	44	20.5%	79.5%
Black	44	20.5%	79.5%

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 162 cases in Orange County, 23.3% are dismissed, 76.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% 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 Orange County is 23.3%, based on 162 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

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

60.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 9.4% have bail set, and 3.4% 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 Orange County is 76.7%, based on 162 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.

86.1% of Forgery cases in Orange County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Orange County has a 23.3% 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 Orange County, 3.5% receive a jail sentence, 5.2% receive probation, and 4.3% 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: 22.3% dismissal rate, 77.7% conviction rate (100 cases). A Misdemeanor: 22.9% dismissal rate, 77.1% conviction rate (36 cases). C Felony: 33.3% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (23 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. 162 cases analyzed for Forgery in Orange County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com