What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in St. Lawrence County?

The dismissal rate is 10.0%, based on 22 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 St. Lawrence County?

The average case takes 5.8 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 St. Lawrence County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 0.0% dismissal rate (14 cases). C Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate (8 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in St. Lawrence County, NY — 10.0% Dismissed

Q: What is the conviction rate for Forgery in St. Lawrence County?

The conviction rate for Forgery in St. Lawrence County is 90.0%, based on 22 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Forgery charges reduced in St. Lawrence County?

66.7% of Forgery cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Q: How does St. Lawrence County compare to other counties for Forgery?

St. Lawrence County has a 10.0% dismissal rate for Forgery. Visit the Forgery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Forgery charges in St. Lawrence County result in conviction at rates well above the statewide average. The 90 percent conviction rate here compares to a 78.4 percent rate statewide, while dismissals occur in only 10 percent of cases versus 21.6 percent statewide—a significant 11.6 percentage point gap. No defendants have been acquitted in the 22 cases on record. The median time from charge to resolution is 175 days, suggesting these cases move through the system at a standard pace.

Charge reductions are common before trial, occurring in roughly two-thirds of forgery cases. When reductions happen, they most frequently drop to either Petit Larceny or Grand Larceny. Most defendants released pretrial do so on their own recognizance without bail, at a rate of 75 percent. Among those convicted, sentences vary: roughly one-fifth received jail time, another fifth received prison sentences, while the remainder were sentenced to probation or fines.

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

10.0%

Dismissal Rate

90.0%

Conviction Rate

5.8 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

90.0%

Dismissed 10.0% Convicted 90.0% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 22 public court records, St. Lawrence County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	14	0.0%	100.0%
C Felony	8	25.0%	75.0%

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.

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Forgery in St. Lawrence County are handled at arraignment.

75.0%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

0.0%

Bail Set

10.0%

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

66.7% of Forgery cases
in St. Lawrence County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Petit Larceny

2 cases (33.3%)

Forgery Grand Larceny

2 cases (33.3%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

1 cases (16.7%)

Forgery Fraud

1 cases (16.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in St. Lawrence County.

11.1%

Jail

22.2%

Probation

11.1%

State Prison

22.2%

Fine Only

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	22	10.0%	90.0%

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 22 cases in St. Lawrence County, 10.0% are dismissed, 90.0% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.8 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in St. Lawrence County is 10.0%, based on 22 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in St. Lawrence County takes 5.8 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

75.0% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 0.0% have bail set, and 10.0% are remanded without bail. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in St. Lawrence County is 90.0%, based on 22 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.

66.7% of Forgery cases in St. Lawrence County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

St. Lawrence County has a 10.0% 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 St. Lawrence County, 11.1% receive a jail sentence, 22.2% receive probation, and 11.1% 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: 0.0% dismissal rate, 100.0% conviction rate (14 cases). C Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate, 75.0% conviction rate (8 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. 22 cases analyzed for Forgery in St. Lawrence County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com