Possess Forged Instrument-2nd in Suffolk County
PL § 170.25 · Felony · 70 cases · 2024–2025
In Suffolk County, 12.1% of 70 Possess Forged Instrument-2nd (PL 170.25) cases were dismissed and 87.9% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $225.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
70
Total Cases
12.1%
Dismissal Rate
87.9%
Conviction Rate
8.6%
DAT Rate
32
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$225
Median Fine
$45–$500
Fine Range
$120
Median Surcharge
8
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Conditional Discharge | 24 | 58.5% |
| Fine | 8 | 19.5% |
| Imprisonment | 5 | 12.2% |
| Probation | 4 | 9.8% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Termination of Felony Complaint (CPL 180.85) | 6 |
| Motion to Dismiss Granted | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 25-34 | 24 |
| 35-44 | 20 |
| 18-24 | 16 |
| 45-54 | 7 |
| 55-64 | 1 |
PL 170.25 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau | 870 | 27.0% | 73.0% |
| Westchester | 436 | 16.1% | 83.9% |
| Queens | 357 | 27.2% | 72.8% |
| Kings | 105 | 63.8% | 36.2% |
| New York | 105 | 45.0% | 55.0% |
| Albany | 97 | 29.7% | 70.3% |
| Rensselaer | 88 | 55.6% | 44.4% |
| Monroe | 87 | 16.0% | 84.0% |
| Erie | 81 | 36.5% | 63.5% |
| Onondaga | 68 | 26.7% | 73.3% |
| Broome | 54 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| Orange | 48 | 19.4% | 80.6% |
| Dutchess | 39 | 8.3% | 91.7% |
| Oneida | 34 | 5.0% | 95.0% |
| Rockland | 30 | 45.0% | 55.0% |
| Ulster | 30 | 19.0% | 81.0% |
| Schenectady | 27 | 47.8% | 52.2% |
| Chemung | 22 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
| Saratoga | 22 | 13.3% | 86.7% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 70 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 12.1% of Possess Forged Instrument-2nd cases in Suffolk County are dismissed and 87.9% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $225. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 8 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Possess Forged Instrument-2nd in Suffolk County is $225. The median surcharge is an additional $120.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 70 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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