Possess Forged Instrument-3rd in Queens County
PL § 170.20 · Misdemeanor · 2,301 cases · 2024–2025
In Queens County, 59.2% of 2,301 Possess Forged Instrument-3rd (PL 170.20) cases were dismissed and 40.8% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $100.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
2,301
Total Cases
59.2%
Dismissal Rate
40.8%
Conviction Rate
55.7%
DAT Rate
32
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$100
Median Fine
$75–$1000
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
588
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 585 | 62.4% |
| Conditional Discharge | 270 | 28.8% |
| Imprisonment | 81 | 8.6% |
| Surcharge | 1 | 0.1% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| ACD | 1,042 |
| Speedy Trial (CPL 170.30 (1)(e)) | 302 |
| Uncooperative Witness (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 10 |
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 2 |
| Other Insufficient Evidence (CPL 170.30 (1)(f)) | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 889 |
| 35-44 | 536 |
| 18-24 | 465 |
| 45-54 | 274 |
| 55-64 | 117 |
| 65+ | 19 |
PL 170.20 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 2,346 | 84.0% | 16.0% |
| New York | 1,649 | 83.9% | 16.1% |
| Bronx | 805 | 74.3% | 25.7% |
| Suffolk | 499 | 64.8% | 35.2% |
| Nassau | 310 | 39.0% | 61.0% |
| Richmond | 273 | 49.1% | 50.9% |
| Westchester | 151 | 17.9% | 82.1% |
| Erie | 51 | 6.0% | 94.0% |
| Ulster | 48 | 29.8% | 70.2% |
| Dutchess | 39 | 10.3% | 89.7% |
| Rockland | 38 | 13.5% | 86.5% |
| Orange | 37 | 23.5% | 76.5% |
| Putnam | 20 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 2,301 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 59.2% of Possess Forged Instrument-3rd cases in Queens County are dismissed and 40.8% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $100. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 588 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Possess Forged Instrument-3rd in Queens County is $100. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 2,301 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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