Escape / Failure to Appear in Duval County, Florida

30
Total Cases
93.3%
Guilty Rate
3.3%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
4.0 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 30 Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Duval County (2023-2025), 93.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 3.3% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.0 years. 26.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 66.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
93.3% (28)
Withheld
3.3% (1)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.0 years
Avg Sentence
2.4 years
Median Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Avg Probation
60.0%
Prison Rate
26.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 18 5.4 years
County Jail 8 7.9 months

Counsel Analysis

20
Public Defender
95.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Private Attorney
87.5% 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 23 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
26.7%
21-29
50.0%
30-39
20.0%
40-49
3.3%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 11 90.9% 0.0% 2.9 years
2024 16 93.8% 0.0% 4.5 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 19
Felony Third Degree 10
Misdemeanor First Degree 1

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 Escape / Failure to Appear in Duval County?
The guilty rate is 93.3% based on 30 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Duval County?
Adjudication is withheld in 3.3% 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 Escape / Failure to Appear in Duval County?
The average sentence is 4.0 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
66.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 26.7% 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 · 30 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026