What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Richmond County?

The dismissal rate is 38.5%, based on 1181 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 Richmond 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 Richmond County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 47.9% dismissal rate (626 cases). D Felony: 24.1% dismissal rate (381 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Richmond County, NY — 38.5% Dismissed

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

Based on 1181 cases in Richmond County, 38.5% are dismissed, 61.5% 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 Richmond County?

The conviction rate for Forgery in Richmond County is 61.5%, based on 1181 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

97.5% of Forgery cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Richmond County has a 38.5% 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 Richmond County are dismissed far more often than the statewide pattern suggests. With a 38.5% dismissal rate compared to the statewide average of 21.6%, Richmond County prosecutors or judges appear substantially more willing to drop these charges. The county has also seen a marked shift over the past six years, with dismissals climbing from 28.1% in 2019 to 50.5% in 2024. When cases do result in convictions, they happen infrequently—no acquittals were recorded among the 1,181 cases examined, meaning defendants either pleaded guilty or were convicted after trial. The median time to resolution is about six months.

Charge reduction is the dominant path through Richmond County's forgery cases: 97.5% of defendants see their charges reduced, typically to Disorderly Conduct (66.3%) or Traffic Offense (31.6%). Among those convicted, financial penalties dominate sentencing, with fines imposed in 37.9% of cases. Jail time is rare at 1.4%, and prison sentences virtually nonexistent at 0.1%. Most defendants are released pretrial on their own recognizance (35.8%), with minimal use of bail or remand. This pattern reflects a system treating forgery charges as relatively low-stakes compared to statewide norms, with most cases either

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

38.5%

Dismissal Rate

61.5%

Conviction Rate

6.0 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

38.5%

61.5%

Dismissed 38.5% Convicted 61.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 1,181 public court records, Richmond County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	626	47.9%	52.1%
D Felony	381	24.1%	75.9%
E Felony	88	36.4%	63.6%
C Felony	75	30.7%	69.3%
B Misdemeanor	11	63.6%	36.4%

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 Richmond County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	96	28.1%	71.9%
2020	119	31.4%	68.6%
2021	376	38.3%	61.7%
2022	220	32.6%	67.4%
2023	183	43.2%	56.8%
2024	184	50.5%	49.5%

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 Richmond County are handled at arraignment.

35.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

1.8%

Bail Set

0.1%

Remanded

$1

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

97.5% of Forgery cases
in Richmond County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

446 cases (65.1%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

213 cases (31.1%)

Forgery Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

14 cases (2.0%)

Forgery DWI / DUI

7 cases (1.0%)

Forgery Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

5 cases (0.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Richmond County.

1.4%

Jail

0.4%

Probation

0.1%

State Prison

37.9%

Fine Only

6.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	611	35.5%	64.5%
Hispanic	365	40.4%	59.6%
White	147	40.1%	59.9%
Asian	42	52.4%	47.6%

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 1,181 cases in Richmond County, 38.5% are dismissed, 61.5% 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 Richmond County is 38.5%, based on 1,181 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

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

35.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 1.8% have bail set, and 0.1% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Richmond County is 61.5%, based on 1,181 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.

97.5% of Forgery cases in Richmond County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Richmond County has a 38.5% 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 Richmond County, 1.4% receive a jail sentence, 0.4% receive probation, and 0.1% 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. A Misdemeanor: 47.9% dismissal rate, 52.1% conviction rate (626 cases). D Felony: 24.1% dismissal rate, 75.9% conviction rate (381 cases). E Felony: 36.4% dismissal rate, 63.6% conviction rate (88 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. 1,181 cases analyzed for Forgery in Richmond County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com