Forgery in Calhoun County, Florida

21
Total Cases
90.5%
Guilty Rate
4.8%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 21 Forgery cases in Calhoun County (2023-2025), 90.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 4.8% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $500.00. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 47.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.5% (19)
Withheld
4.8% (1)
Diversion
4.8% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence
1 year, 2 months
Median Sentence
2.9 years
Avg Probation
$500.00
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
4.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1 1 year, 2 months

Counsel Analysis

10
Public Defender
90.0% 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
White 21 90.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
9.5%
21-29
81.0%
30-39
9.5%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 21

Related Charges in Calhoun County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 341 87.1% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 275 37.5% 1.5%
Larceny / Theft 172 80.2% 0.6%
Battery 129 68.2% 0.0%
Bribery 88 89.8% 0.0%
Other 85 56.5% 2.4%
Trespassing 59 57.6% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 58 62.1% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Forgery in Calhoun County?
The guilty rate is 90.5% based on 21 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Forgery in Calhoun County?
Adjudication is withheld in 4.8% 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 Forgery in Calhoun County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $500.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
47.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Calhoun 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 · 21 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026