Assault in Duval County, Florida

1,056
Total Cases
71.7%
Guilty Rate
24.3%
Withheld Rate
1.2%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 8 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,056 Assault cases in Duval County (2023-2025), 71.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 24.3% had adjudication withheld, and 1.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 8 months, with an average fine of $134.04. 21.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 66.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
71.7% (757)
Withheld
24.3% (257)
Diversion
1.2% (13)
Dismissed
1.2% (13)
Acquitted
0.8% (8)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 8 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
$134.04
Avg Fine
24.6%
Prison Rate
47.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 502 3.3 months
State Prison Facility 260 4.4 years

Counsel Analysis

705
Public Defender
75.3% guilty · 1.4% dismissed
223
Private Attorney
66.8% guilty · 1.3% dismissed
128
Self or Unrepresented
60.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Demographics

Demographic data reflects systemic patterns in the criminal justice system and should not be used to draw conclusions about any racial or ethnic group. Disparities may reflect differences in policing, prosecution, and socioeconomic factors rather than actual crime rates.

Race Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Black 671 72.9% 1.6%
White 368 70.9% 0.5%
Asian 16 43.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.0%
Under 21
26.5%
21-29
30.2%
30-39
19.4%
40-49
10.0%
50-59
6.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 384 74.5% 0.3% 1 year, 6 months
2024 387 73.4% 1.0% 1 year, 12 months
2025 285 65.6% 2.8% 1 year, 6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 578
Misdemeanor Second Degree 380
Misdemeanor First Degree 57
Felony Second Degree 41

Related Charges in Duval County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 22,946 34.7% 3.3%
Drug Possession 16,550 72.2% 0.2%
Other 12,327 22.2% 0.3%
Larceny / Theft 9,863 67.3% 0.3%
Battery 6,652 64.8% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 6,131 78.9% 0.2%
Trespassing 5,388 81.5% 0.3%
DUI 4,840 98.2% 0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Assault in Duval County?
The guilty rate is 71.7% based on 1,056 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Duval County?
Adjudication is withheld in 24.3% of cases. This is a Florida-specific outcome where the court finds guilt but does not formally convict, allowing the defendant to avoid a conviction record under FL Statute 948.01.
What is the average sentence for Assault in Duval County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 8 months, with an average fine of $134.04.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
66.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 21.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Duval County. "Guilty" includes all cases where the defendant was found guilty. "Adjudication withheld" is a Florida-specific disposition where guilt is found but the court withholds formal adjudication under FL Statute 948.01. "Dismissed" includes all cases dismissed by the court or prosecution.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 1,056 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026