What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Oswego County?

The dismissal rate is 14.6%, based on 68 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 Oswego County?

The average case takes 6.5 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 Oswego County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (46 cases). C Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate (19 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Oswego County, NY — 14.6% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Oswego County is 85.4%, based on 68 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

46.3% of Forgery cases in Oswego County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Oswego County has a 14.6% 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 Oswego County face significantly steeper odds than the statewide average. The county's 85.4% conviction rate reflects a sustained prosecution advantage: dismissals occur in just 14.6% of cases, seven percentage points below the statewide rate of 21.6%. No acquittals were recorded across 68 cases, and the trend is worsening. Dismissal rates have plummeted from 42.9% in 2019 to 14.3% in 2024, suggesting prosecutors have tightened their screening or the county's courts have become more conviction-prone over the past five years.

Nearly half of forgery charges (46.3%) get reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to petit larceny. Most defendants secure pretrial release—56.7% are released on recognizance and another 20.9% have bail set at a median of $10,000. Among those convicted, jail sentences are most common (29.3%), followed by prison time (14.6%) and probation or fines (12.2% each). The median time from charge to disposition is 196 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

14.6%

Dismissal Rate

85.4%

Conviction Rate

6.5 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

14.6%

85.4%

Dismissed 14.6% Convicted 85.4% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 68 public court records, Oswego County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	46	0.0%	100.0%
C Felony	19	25.0%	75.0%

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 Oswego County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	7	42.9%	57.1%
2020	18	11.1%	88.9%
2021	13	0.0%	100.0%
2022	11	0.0%	100.0%
2023	8	25.0%	75.0%
2024	11	14.3%	85.7%

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 Oswego County are handled at arraignment.

56.7%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

20.9%

Bail Set

11.9%

Remanded

$10

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

46.3% of Forgery cases
in Oswego County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Petit Larceny

10 cases (58.8%)

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

3 cases (17.6%)

Forgery Identity Theft

2 cases (11.8%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

1 cases (5.9%)

Forgery Theft of Services

1 cases (5.9%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Oswego County.

29.3%

Jail

12.2%

Probation

14.6%

State Prison

12.2%

Fine Only

7.3%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	57	17.1%	82.9%

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 68 cases in Oswego County, 14.6% are dismissed, 85.4% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.5 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Oswego County is 14.6%, based on 68 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Oswego County takes 6.5 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

56.7% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 20.9% have bail set, and 11.9% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $10. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Oswego County is 85.4%, based on 68 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.

46.3% of Forgery cases in Oswego County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Oswego County has a 14.6% 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 Oswego County, 29.3% receive a jail sentence, 12.2% receive probation, and 14.6% 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, 100.0% conviction rate (46 cases). C Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (19 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. 68 cases analyzed for Forgery in Oswego County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com