Fraud & Forgery in Virginia: What the Court Data Shows

According to 23,375 public court records from 2023–2024, Fraud / Forgery cases across 107 Virginia jurisdictions have an average dismissal rate of 64.4% and an average conviction rate of 35.1%.

Fraud and forgery cases encompass a broad category of financial crimes in Virginia, including check fraud, credit card fraud, and identity theft. This page examines what public court records reveal about how these cases are resolved across the state.

What Our Data Shows About Fraud & Forgery Outcomes

Our analysis of 23,375 fraud and forgery cases across 107 Virginia jurisdictions (2023-2024) reveals:

• 59.8% average dismissal rate — one of the higher rates across charge categories
• 39.7% average conviction rate
• 163 days average median case duration
• Dismissal rates range from 0.0% (Appomattox County) to 97.0% (Franklin City)

View fraud and forgery statistics across all Virginia jurisdictions for detailed data on each court.

Variation Across Virginia

Fraud and forgery outcomes differ enormously depending on which court hears the case:

• Highest dismissal rates: Franklin City (97.0%), Northumberland County (94.3%), Fairfax County (92.7%)
• Lowest dismissal rates: Appomattox County (0.0%), Page County (15.0%), Halifax County (21.1%)

This is the widest variation of any charge category in our data — the difference between the highest and lowest courts is nearly 100 percentage points.

Understanding Fraud & Forgery Statistics

When reviewing our data, keep in mind:

• This category includes various fraud subtypes — check fraud, credit card fraud, identity theft, and forgery
• Dismissal includes judicial dismissals and nolle prosequi
• Fraud cases may involve restitution as part of resolution, which is not captured in our outcome categories
• These are aggregate statistics — individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case

Next Steps

For information about Virginia fraud and forgery laws, consult a licensed Virginia attorney or visit the Virginia Legislative Information System.

To explore how fraud and forgery cases are resolved in your specific court, view our fraud and forgery data by jurisdiction.