What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Steuben County?

The dismissal rate is 27.0%, based on 58 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 Steuben County?

The average case takes 10.9 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 Steuben County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 29.6% dismissal rate (48 cases). C Felony: 25.0% dismissal rate (8 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Steuben County, NY — 27.0% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Steuben County is 70.3%, based on 58 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

23.1% of Forgery cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

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

Steuben County has a 27.0% dismissal rate for Forgery. Visit the Forgery overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Forgery cases in Steuben County result in conviction 70.3% of the time, a rate notably higher than the statewide average where convictions occur at lower frequency. The county's dismissal rate of 27% runs 5.4 percentage points above the statewide average of 21.6%, suggesting prosecutors handle these cases with somewhat more caution or that defense challenges succeed more often locally. Over the past five years, dismissals have increased sharply from zero in 2020 to 25% by 2024, indicating a meaningful shift in how forgery charges are resolved. No acquittals occurred in the 58 cases examined, meaning outcomes were decided either through dismissal or conviction rather than trial acquittal.

Most defendants charged with forgery in Steuben County secure pretrial release without bail, with nearly 60% released on recognizance alone. About 29% were remanded, and those who had bail set faced a median amount of $1. When convictions result, probation is the most common sentence at 31%, followed by prison at 27% and jail at 15%. Before trial, nearly a quarter of charges get reduced—most commonly to Petit Larceny or Grand Larceny—suggesting prosecutors and defendants frequently negotiate down the initial charge rather than litigate the forgery charge itself.

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

27.0%

Dismissal Rate

70.3%

Conviction Rate

10.9 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

27.0%

70.3%

Dismissed 27.0% Convicted 70.3% Acquitted 0.0% YO Adjudication 2.7%

Source: 58 public court records, Steuben County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	48	29.6%	66.7%
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.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Forgery outcomes in Steuben County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2020	7	0.0%	100.0%
2021	8	100.0%	0.0%
2022	16	0.0%	100.0%
2023	18	35.7%	57.1%
2024	7	25.0%	75.0%

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 Steuben County are handled at arraignment.

59.5%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

11.9%

Bail Set

28.6%

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

23.1% of Forgery cases
in Steuben 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 Obstruction

1 cases (16.7%)

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

1 cases (16.7%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Steuben County.

15.4%

Jail

30.8%

Probation

26.9%

State Prison

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Forgery in Steuben 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	26.5%	70.6%

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 58 cases in Steuben County, 27.0% are dismissed, 70.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 10.9 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Steuben County is 27.0%, based on 58 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Steuben County takes 10.9 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

59.5% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 11.9% have bail set, and 28.6% 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 Steuben County is 70.3%, based on 58 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.

23.1% of Forgery cases in Steuben County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Petit Larceny.

Steuben County has a 27.0% 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 Steuben County, 15.4% receive a jail sentence, 30.8% receive probation, and 26.9% 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: 29.6% dismissal rate, 66.7% conviction rate (48 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. 58 cases analyzed for Forgery in Steuben County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com