What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Schenectady County?

The dismissal rate is 27.8%, based on 119 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 Schenectady County?

The average case takes 6.9 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 Schenectady County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 27.1% dismissal rate (93 cases). C Felony: 17.6% dismissal rate (20 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Schenectady County, NY — 27.8% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Schenectady County is 72.2%, based on 119 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

70.5% of Forgery cases in Schenectady County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Schenectady County has a 27.8% 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 Schenectady County show a higher dismissal rate than the statewide average, with 27.8 percent dismissed compared to 21.6 percent statewide—a 6.2 percentage point advantage. The 72.2 percent conviction rate reflects steady prosecutions, though dismissals have grown significantly over the 2019–2024 period, jumping from 18.2 percent to 55.0 percent. Cases take about seven months to resolve. No acquittals were recorded in the 119 cases reviewed, suggesting that charges reaching trial in this county typically result in conviction.

Over 70 percent of forgery charges are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly to disorderly conduct in 83 percent of those reductions. At pretrial, most defendants received release on their own recognizance (53.9 percent), while about 18 percent were remanded. Among convicted defendants, time served was the most common outcome at 41 percent, followed by fines at 12.8 percent. Prison sentences were rare at 7.7 percent, while jail and probation outcomes each occurred in roughly 11.5 percent of convictions.

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

27.8%

Dismissal Rate

72.2%

Conviction Rate

6.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

27.8%

72.2%

Dismissed 27.8% Convicted 72.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 119 public court records, Schenectady County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	93	27.1%	72.9%
C Felony	20	17.6%	82.4%
A Misdemeanor	5	80.0%	20.0%

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 Schenectady County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	37	18.2%	81.8%
2020	9	22.2%	77.8%
2021	17	25.0%	75.0%
2022	17	23.5%	76.5%
2023	16	23.1%	76.9%
2024	23	55.0%	45.0%

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 Schenectady County are handled at arraignment.

53.9%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

10.4%

Bail Set

18.3%

Remanded

$1,500

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

70.5% of Forgery cases
in Schenectady County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

39 cases (78.0%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

6 cases (12.0%)

Forgery Other

2 cases (4.0%)

Forgery Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

2 cases (4.0%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

1 cases (2.0%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Schenectady County.

11.5%

Jail

11.5%

Probation

7.7%

State Prison

12.8%

Fine Only

41.0%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	47	28.6%	71.4%
Black	44	32.5%	67.5%
Hispanic	15	30.8%	69.2%
Other	11	9.1%	90.9%

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 119 cases in Schenectady County, 27.8% are dismissed, 72.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Schenectady County is 27.8%, based on 119 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Schenectady County takes 6.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

53.9% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 10.4% have bail set, and 18.3% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Schenectady County is 72.2%, based on 119 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.

70.5% of Forgery cases in Schenectady County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Schenectady County has a 27.8% 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 Schenectady County, 11.5% receive a jail sentence, 11.5% receive probation, and 7.7% 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: 27.1% dismissal rate, 72.9% conviction rate (93 cases). C Felony: 17.6% dismissal rate, 82.4% conviction rate (20 cases). A Misdemeanor: 80.0% dismissal rate, 20.0% 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. 119 cases analyzed for Forgery in Schenectady County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com