What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Suffolk County?

The dismissal rate is 39.9%, based on 1074 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 Suffolk County?

The average case takes 5.2 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 Suffolk County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 51.1% dismissal rate (741 cases). D Felony: 13.1% dismissal rate (274 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Suffolk County, NY — 39.9% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Forgery in Suffolk County?

Based on 1074 cases in Suffolk County, 39.9% are dismissed, 60.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.2 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Suffolk County is 60.1%, based on 1074 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

84.5% of Forgery cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Suffolk County has a 39.9% 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 Suffolk County are dismissed far more often than the statewide average. The county's 39.9% dismissal rate runs 18.3 percentage points higher than the state's 21.6%, suggesting prosecutors or judges in Suffolk handle these cases more leniently or that cases brought here are weaker to begin with. The conviction rate of 60.1% is correspondingly lower than statewide norms. This trend is intensifying: dismissals have climbed from 20% in 2019 to 54% in 2024, indicating a clear shift toward more cases being thrown out rather than resolved through conviction.

The path to disposition reveals why so many cases don't reach trial. Over 84% of forgery charges are reduced to lesser offenses, predominantly disorderly conduct, which comprises nearly three-quarters of all reductions. Defendants benefit significantly from pretrial release, with 81.8% released on recognizance without bail. For those convicted, outcomes are typically non-custodial: fines are imposed in about 37% of convictions, while jail time affects fewer than 10%. The median case takes five months to resolve, and when bail is set, it averages $3,500.

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

39.9%

Dismissal Rate

60.1%

Conviction Rate

5.2 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

39.9%

60.1%

Dismissed 39.9% Convicted 60.1% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 1,074 public court records, Suffolk County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	741	51.1%	48.9%
D Felony	274	13.1%	86.9%
C Felony	52	6.1%	93.9%
B Misdemeanor	5	50.0%	50.0%

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 Suffolk County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	125	20.0%	80.0%
2020	57	22.2%	77.8%
2021	242	40.1%	59.9%
2022	197	37.4%	62.6%
2023	176	43.4%	56.6%
2024	272	54.0%	46.0%

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 Suffolk County are handled at arraignment.

81.8%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

9.9%

Bail Set

0.0%

Remanded

$3,500

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

84.5% of Forgery cases
in Suffolk County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

319 cases (71.4%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

67 cases (15.0%)

Forgery Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

41 cases (9.2%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

14 cases (3.1%)

Forgery DWI / DUI

6 cases (1.3%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Suffolk County.

9.1%

Jail

5.0%

Probation

1.2%

State Prison

36.9%

Fine Only

3.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Hispanic	488	47.7%	52.3%
Black	358	31.4%	68.6%
White	205	34.3%	65.7%

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 1,074 cases in Suffolk County, 39.9% are dismissed, 60.1% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 5.2 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Suffolk County is 39.9%, based on 1,074 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Suffolk County takes 5.2 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

81.8% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 9.9% have bail set, and 0.0% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $3,500. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Suffolk County is 60.1%, based on 1,074 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.

84.5% of Forgery cases in Suffolk County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Suffolk County has a 39.9% 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 Suffolk County, 9.1% receive a jail sentence, 5.0% receive probation, and 1.2% 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. A Misdemeanor: 51.1% dismissal rate, 48.9% conviction rate (741 cases). D Felony: 13.1% dismissal rate, 86.9% conviction rate (274 cases). C Felony: 6.1% dismissal rate, 93.9% conviction rate (52 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. 1,074 cases analyzed for Forgery in Suffolk County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com