What is the dismissal rate for Forgery in Ulster County?

The dismissal rate is 20.0%, based on 151 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 Ulster County?

The average case takes 7.1 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 Ulster County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. A Misdemeanor: 22.7% dismissal rate (66 cases). D Felony: 12.2% dismissal rate (64 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Forgery in Ulster County, NY — 20.0% Dismissed

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

The conviction rate for Forgery in Ulster County is 79.3%, based on 151 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

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

83.2% of Forgery cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

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

Ulster County has a 20.0% 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 Ulster County result in conviction in nearly 4 out of 5 cases, a rate slightly below the statewide average of 78.4 percent. The county's dismissal rate of 20 percent trails the statewide average by 1.6 percentage points, suggesting forgery charges here face marginally higher conviction pressure than elsewhere in New York. Over the past five years, dismissal rates have drifted slightly downward from 25 percent to 24.5 percent, indicating prosecutors or courts may be taking these cases more seriously or defendants are facing steeper evidentiary hurdles.

Charge reduction is the dominant outcome in Ulster County forgery cases, occurring in 83 percent of all cases. Nearly half reduce to disorderly conduct, while 43 percent drop to traffic offenses, a pattern suggesting many of these cases involve lower-level conduct or evidence problems that don't support the original charge. Most defendants obtain release before trial without bail, with fewer than 10 percent remanded. Among those convicted, fines are the most common outcome at 52 percent of sentences, with prison time imposed in only 6.5 percent of cases and median bail set at just $1,000 when required.

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

20.0%

Dismissal Rate

79.3%

Conviction Rate

7.1 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

20.0%

79.3%

Dismissed 20.0% Convicted 79.3% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 151 public court records, Ulster County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

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

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
A Misdemeanor	66	22.7%	77.3%
D Felony	64	12.2%	87.8%
C Felony	20	31.6%	63.2%

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 Ulster County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	17	25.0%	68.8%
2020	6	25.0%	75.0%
2021	6	0.0%	100.0%
2022	18	10.0%	90.0%
2023	50	16.7%	83.3%
2024	54	24.5%	75.5%

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 Ulster County are handled at arraignment.

43.2%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

5.5%

Bail Set

9.6%

Remanded

$1,000

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

83.2% of Forgery cases
in Ulster County are reduced

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

Most common reductions

Forgery Disorderly Conduct

33 cases (42.9%)

Forgery Traffic Offense

29 cases (37.7%)

Forgery Petit Larceny

6 cases (7.8%)

Forgery Other

5 cases (6.5%)

Forgery DWI / DUI

4 cases (5.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Forgery convictions in Ulster County.

8.4%

Probation

6.5%

State Prison

52.3%

Fine Only

3.7%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

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

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
White	80	23.6%	75.0%
Black	37	23.3%	76.7%
Hispanic	28	3.6%	96.4%

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 151 cases in Ulster County, 20.0% are dismissed, 79.3% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 7.1 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Forgery in Ulster County is 20.0%, based on 151 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Forgery case in Ulster County takes 7.1 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

43.2% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 5.5% have bail set, and 9.6% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $1,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Forgery in Ulster County is 79.3%, based on 151 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.

83.2% of Forgery cases in Ulster County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Ulster County has a 20.0% 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 Ulster County, 8.4% receive probation, and 6.5% 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: 22.7% dismissal rate, 77.3% conviction rate (66 cases). D Felony: 12.2% dismissal rate, 87.8% conviction rate (64 cases). C Felony: 31.6% dismissal rate, 63.2% conviction rate (20 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. 151 cases analyzed for Forgery in Ulster County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com