Forgery in Osceola County, Florida

34
Total Cases
32.4%
Guilty Rate
58.8%
Withheld Rate
2.9%
Dismissal Rate
3.4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 34 Forgery cases in Osceola County (2023-2025), 32.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 58.8% had adjudication withheld, and 2.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.4 months, with an average fine of $40.00. 8.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 26.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
32.4% (11)
Withheld
58.8% (20)
Diversion
5.9% (2)
Dismissed
2.9% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.4 months
Avg Sentence
28 days
Median Sentence
2.6 years
Avg Probation
$40.00
Avg Fine
2.9%
Prison Rate
85.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 29 1.4 months
State Prison Facility 1 5.0 years

Counsel Analysis

9
Public Defender
22.2% guilty · 11.1% 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 27 29.6% 3.7%

Age Distribution

21.2%
Under 21
27.3%
21-29
27.3%
30-39
9.1%
40-49
15.2%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 15 13.3% 0.0% 26 days
2024 6 50.0% 0.0% 10.8 months
2025 13 46.2% 7.7% 2.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 33
Felony Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Osceola County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,289 53.4% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 2,233 59.8% 2.2%
Drug Possession 1,721 76.2% 1.7%
DUI 1,210 79.1% 2.0%
Battery 1,090 56.1% 3.6%
Other 987 58.2% 2.2%
Resisting Officer 827 74.0% 2.9%
Trespassing 741 71.1% 8.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Forgery in Osceola County?
The guilty rate is 32.4% based on 34 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Forgery in Osceola County?
Adjudication is withheld in 58.8% 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 Osceola County?
The average sentence is 3.4 months, with an average fine of $40.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
26.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 8.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Osceola 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 · 34 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026