What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Queens County?

The dismissal rate is 48.3%, based on 7454 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 Queens 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 Queens County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 46.8% dismissal rate (3609 cases). A Misdemeanor: 52.3% dismissal rate (2842 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Queens County, NY — 48.3% Dismissed

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

Based on 7454 cases in Queens County, 48.3% are dismissed, 51.6% 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 Queens County?

The conviction rate for Forgery in Queens County is 51.6%, based on 7454 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

94.7% of Forgery cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Queens County has a 48.3% 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 Queens County are dismissed at dramatically higher rates than statewide averages, with a 48.3 percent dismissal rate compared to just 21.6 percent statewide. This 26.7 percentage-point difference suggests Queens County prosecutors are substantially more likely to drop these charges. Only 51.6 percent of forgery cases result in conviction, and no acquittals are recorded, indicating most cases end through dismissal rather than trial. The trend has moved sharply in defendants' favor over the past five years, with dismissal rates climbing from 19.7 percent in 2019 to 52.5 percent in 2024.

Most forgery charges in Queens are never resolved at trial—94.7 percent are reduced to lower charges before conviction. Disorderly Conduct accounts for 70.5 percent of these reductions, making it the typical outcome. When defendants do face trial and lose, fines dominate sentences, imposed in 45 percent of convictions, while jail time is rare at 2.2 percent. Pretrial release is accessible: 38.4 percent are released on their own recognizance with no bail, and when bail is set, the median amount is only $1,000. The median time from charge to disposition is 180 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

48.3%

Dismissal Rate

51.6%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

48.3%

51.6%

Dismissed 48.3% Convicted 51.6% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 7,454 public court records, Queens County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	3,609	46.8%	53.2%
A Misdemeanor	2,842	52.3%	47.7%
C Felony	538	39.0%	61.0%
E Felony	414	46.7%	53.3%
B Misdemeanor	51	47.1%	52.9%

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 Queens County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	948	19.7%	80.1%
2020	470	55.7%	44.3%
2021	1,312	62.2%	37.8%
2022	1,673	52.7%	47.3%
2023	1,532	43.1%	56.9%
2024	1,502	52.5%	47.5%

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 Queens County are handled at arraignment.

38.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

2.9%

Bail Set

0.1%

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

94.7% of Forgery cases
in Queens County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

2,441 cases (69.3%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

981 cases (27.9%)

Forgery DWI / DUI

40 cases (1.1%)

Forgery Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

34 cases (1.0%)

Forgery Theft of Services

24 cases (0.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Queens County.

2.2%

Jail

0.6%

Probation

0.5%

State Prison

45.0%

Fine Only

16.5%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	3,399	50.6%	49.3%
Black	2,927	45.4%	54.5%
Asian	714	49.2%	50.8%
White	330	46.4%	53.6%
Native American	23	65.2%	34.8%

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 7,454 cases in Queens County, 48.3% are dismissed, 51.6% 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 Queens County is 48.3%, based on 7,454 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

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

38.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 2.9% have bail set, and 0.1% 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 Queens County is 51.6%, based on 7,454 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.

94.7% of Forgery cases in Queens County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Queens County has a 48.3% 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 Queens County, 2.2% receive a jail sentence, 0.6% receive probation, and 0.5% 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: 46.8% dismissal rate, 53.2% conviction rate (3,609 cases). A Misdemeanor: 52.3% dismissal rate, 47.7% conviction rate (2,842 cases). C Felony: 39.0% dismissal rate, 61.0% conviction rate (538 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. 7,454 cases analyzed for Forgery in Queens County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com