Forgery in Hardee County, Florida

10
Total Cases
100.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 10 Forgery cases in Hardee County (2023-2025), 100.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 12 months, with an average fine of $142.40. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 40.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
100.0% (10)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence
2.5 years
Median Sentence
3.5 years
Avg Probation
$142.40
Avg Fine
50.0%
Prison Rate
10.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 5 2.2 years
County Jail 1 9.0 months

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
0.0%
21-29
10.0%
30-39
60.0%
40-49
30.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 10

Related Charges in Hardee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,107 56.1% 13.6%
Drug Possession 628 78.5% 1.0%
Other 292 67.8% 10.3%
Battery 243 62.1% 11.1%
Resisting Officer 209 80.4% 2.9%
Trespassing 153 51.0% 17.0%
Larceny / Theft 144 68.8% 6.9%
DUI 124 98.4% 1.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Forgery in Hardee County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 10 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Forgery in Hardee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Hardee County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 12 months, with an average fine of $142.40.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.0% 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 Hardee 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 · 10 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026