What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Rockland County?

The dismissal rate is 10.9%, based on 64 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 Rockland County?

The average case takes 6.7 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 Rockland County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 12.9% dismissal rate (34 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate (19 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Rockland County, NY — 10.9% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Rockland County is 89.1%, based on 64 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

73.5% of Forgery cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Rockland County has a 10.9% 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 Rockland County result in conviction in 89.1% of cases that reach disposition, significantly higher than the statewide dismissal rate of 21.6%. The county's dismissal rate of just 10.9% sits nearly 11 percentage points below the state average, suggesting forgery charges face steeper odds of prosecution here. However, this pattern is shifting: dismissals have climbed from zero in 2020 to 13.6% by 2024, indicating prosecutors and courts have gradually become more willing to dispose of these cases without conviction. Over a median 201-day timeline, the vast majority of forgery defendants secure release before trial through recognizance, with 70.8% released on their own recognizance.

Nearly three-quarters of forgery charges are reduced before disposition, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 71% of those reductions. Among defendants convicted, financial penalties dominate sentencing: 59.2% receive fines as their primary sentence. Incarceration and probation outcomes are relatively modest at roughly 4% and 18% respectively. The prevalence of charge reductions combined with fine-heavy sentencing suggests Rockland County's approach to forgery treats many cases as lower-level offenses, despite the high conviction rate once charges proceed.

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

10.9%

Dismissal Rate

89.1%

Conviction Rate

6.7 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

89.1%

Dismissed 10.9% Convicted 89.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 64 public court records, Rockland County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	34	12.9%	87.1%
A Misdemeanor	19	0.0%	100.0%
C Felony	10	22.2%	77.8%

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 Rockland County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	7	0.0%	100.0%
2023	22	10.0%	90.0%
2024	27	13.6%	86.4%

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 Rockland County are handled at arraignment.

70.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

2.1%

Bail Set

2.1%

Remanded

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

73.5% of Forgery cases
in Rockland County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

22 cases (66.7%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

8 cases (24.2%)

Forgery Weapons Offense

1 cases (3.0%)

Forgery Robbery

1 cases (3.0%)

Forgery Fraud

1 cases (3.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Rockland County.

4.1%

Jail

18.4%

Probation

4.1%

State Prison

59.2%

Fine Only

4.1%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	35	12.9%	87.1%
Black	15	7.1%	92.9%
White	12	12.5%	87.5%

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 64 cases in Rockland County, 10.9% are dismissed, 89.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.7 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Rockland County is 10.9%, based on 64 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Rockland County takes 6.7 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

70.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 2.1% have bail set, and 2.1% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Rockland County is 89.1%, based on 64 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.

73.5% of Forgery cases in Rockland County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Rockland County has a 10.9% 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 Rockland County, 4.1% receive a jail sentence, 18.4% receive probation, and 4.1% 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. D Felony: 12.9% dismissal rate, 87.1% conviction rate (34 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (19 cases). C Felony: 22.2% dismissal rate, 77.8% 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. 64 cases analyzed for Forgery in Rockland County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com