What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Rensselaer County?

The dismissal rate is 12.3%, based on 65 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 Rensselaer County?

The average case takes 6.6 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 Rensselaer County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 14.9% dismissal rate (53 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (10 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Rensselaer County, NY — 12.3% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Rensselaer County is 87.7%, based on 65 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

60.0% of Forgery cases in Rensselaer County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Rensselaer County has a 12.3% 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 Rensselaer County result in conviction at a notably high rate—87.7 percent compared to the statewide average conviction rate of 78.4 percent. The dismissal rate here is 12.3 percent, significantly below the statewide average of 21.6 percent, indicating that prosecutors in this county pursue forgery charges more aggressively or that judges grant fewer dismissals. The trend has worsened for defendants: dismissal rates fell from 22.2 percent in 2019 to zero percent in 2024, suggesting an increasingly difficult environment for case resolution outside of conviction.

Charge reductions offer the most meaningful pathway for defendants in Rensselaer forgery cases, occurring in 60 percent of cases. Nearly all reductions lead to disorderly conduct charges, a substantially lower offense. Most defendants are released before trial without bail through recognizance (61.8 percent), though median bail when set is modest at $2,500. Among those convicted, fines are the most common sentence (30 percent), though prison time occurs in 14 percent of cases and probation in 12 percent. The median timeline to case resolution is 197 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

12.3%

Dismissal Rate

87.7%

Conviction Rate

6.6 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

12.3%

87.7%

Dismissed 12.3% Convicted 87.7% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 65 public court records, Rensselaer County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	53	14.9%	85.1%
C Felony	10	0.0%	100.0%

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 Rensselaer County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	11	22.2%	77.8%
2020	9	25.0%	75.0%
2021	15	0.0%	100.0%
2022	11	0.0%	100.0%
2023	11	37.5%	62.5%
2024	8	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 Rensselaer County are handled at arraignment.

61.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

3.6%

Bail Set

5.5%

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

60.0% of Forgery cases
in Rensselaer County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

22 cases (78.6%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

2 cases (7.1%)

Forgery Grand Larceny

2 cases (7.1%)

Forgery Identity Theft

1 cases (3.6%)

Forgery Fraud

1 cases (3.6%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Rensselaer County.

2.0%

Jail

12.0%

Probation

14.0%

State Prison

30.0%

Fine Only

12.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	25	10.0%	90.0%
Black	25	20.8%	79.2%

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 65 cases in Rensselaer County, 12.3% are dismissed, 87.7% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.6 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Rensselaer County is 12.3%, based on 65 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Rensselaer County takes 6.6 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

61.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 3.6% have bail set, and 5.5% 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 Rensselaer County is 87.7%, based on 65 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.

60.0% of Forgery cases in Rensselaer County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Rensselaer County has a 12.3% 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 Rensselaer County, 2.0% receive a jail sentence, 12.0% receive probation, and 14.0% 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: 14.9% dismissal rate, 85.1% conviction rate (53 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (10 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. 65 cases analyzed for Forgery in Rensselaer County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com