What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Saratoga County?

The dismissal rate is 8.5%, based on 81 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 Saratoga County?

The average case takes 4.4 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 Saratoga County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 10.5% dismissal rate (62 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (14 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Saratoga County, NY — 8.5% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Saratoga County is 91.5%, based on 81 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

69.2% of Forgery cases in Saratoga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Saratoga County has a 8.5% 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 Saratoga County result in conviction at a notably high rate. Of 81 cases, 91.5% ended in conviction compared to the statewide dismissal rate of 21.6%—Saratoga County dismisses forgery charges at just 8.5%, running 13.1 percentage points below the state average. No acquittals were recorded in this dataset. The high conviction rate reflects how prosecutors and courts treat forgery in this county, though dismissals have trended upward slightly from zero in 2019 to 5.6% by 2024, suggesting marginal shifts in case handling.

The majority of defendants—65.8%—secured release on their own recognizance pretrial, while 16.4% had bail set at a median of $500. Most notably, 69.2% of forgery charges were reduced before conviction, predominantly to Disorderly Conduct (56.7% of reductions). Among those convicted, fines were the most common outcome at 49.2%, while prison sentences occurred in 12.3% of cases. The median time from arrest to case closure was 133 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

8.5%

Dismissal Rate

91.5%

Conviction Rate

4.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

91.5%

Dismissed 8.5% Convicted 91.5% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 81 public court records, Saratoga County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	62	10.5%	89.5%
C Felony	14	0.0%	100.0%
A Misdemeanor	5	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 Saratoga County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	6	0.0%	100.0%
2020	9	0.0%	100.0%
2021	10	12.5%	87.5%
2022	10	28.6%	71.4%
2023	27	8.0%	92.0%
2024	19	5.6%	94.4%

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 Saratoga County are handled at arraignment.

65.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

16.4%

Bail Set

5.5%

Remanded

$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

69.2% of Forgery cases
in Saratoga County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

17 cases (48.6%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

8 cases (22.9%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

5 cases (14.3%)

Forgery Identity Theft

3 cases (8.6%)

Forgery Grand Larceny

2 cases (5.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Saratoga County.

7.7%

Jail

7.7%

Probation

12.3%

State Prison

49.2%

Fine Only

7.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	53	8.7%	91.3%
Black	15	8.3%	91.7%
Hispanic	12	8.3%	91.7%

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 81 cases in Saratoga County, 8.5% are dismissed, 91.5% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 4.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Saratoga County is 8.5%, based on 81 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Saratoga County takes 4.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

65.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 16.4% have bail set, and 5.5% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Saratoga County is 91.5%, based on 81 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.

69.2% of Forgery cases in Saratoga County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Saratoga County has a 8.5% 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 Saratoga County, 7.7% receive a jail sentence, 7.7% receive probation, and 12.3% 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: 10.5% dismissal rate, 89.5% conviction rate (62 cases). C Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (14 cases). A Misdemeanor: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (5 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. 81 cases analyzed for Forgery in Saratoga County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com