Possess Forged Instrument-1st in Albany County
PL § 170.30 · Felony · 22 cases · 2024–2025
In Albany County, 23.1% of 22 Possess Forged Instrument-1st (PL 170.30) cases were dismissed and 76.9% resulted in conviction, based on 2024–2025 OCA arraignment data. The median fine for conviction is $80.
Data sourced from the NYS Office of Court Administration (OCA) STAT Act. Covers arraignments in 2024–2025. Last updated: March 2026
22
Total Cases
23.1%
Dismissal Rate
76.9%
Conviction Rate
4.5%
DAT Rate
36
Median Age
Fines & Surcharges
$80
Median Fine
$80–$80
Fine Range
$200
Median Surcharge
1
Cases With Fines
Sentencing Breakdown
| Sentence | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Imprisonment | 7 | 87.5% |
| Fine | 1 | 12.5% |
Dismissal Reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| Statutory Motion to Dismiss in Furtherance of Justice (CPL 170.40) | 1 |
| Dismissed | 1 |
| ACD | 1 |
Age Distribution
| Age Group | Cases |
|---|---|
| 35-44 | 6 |
| 25-34 | 5 |
| 18-24 | 5 |
| 45-54 | 3 |
| 55-64 | 2 |
| 65+ | 1 |
PL 170.30 in Other Counties
| County | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens | 35 | 16.1% | 83.9% |
| Kings | 25 | 54.5% | 45.5% |
| New York | 20 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| Suffolk | 20 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| Westchester | 20 | 23.1% | 76.9% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice.
Based on 22 cases arraigned in 2024–2025, 23.1% of Possess Forged Instrument-1st cases in Albany County are dismissed and 76.9% result in conviction. The median fine for conviction is $80. For guidance on your case, consult a licensed New York attorney.
Based on 1 convicted cases with reported fines, the median fine for Possess Forged Instrument-1st in Albany County is $80. The median surcharge is an additional $200.
Data source: NYS OCA-STAT Act (2024–2025). 22 cases analyzed. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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