Forgery in Pinellas County, Florida

68
Total Cases
75.0%
Guilty Rate
11.8%
Withheld Rate
1.5%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 68 Forgery cases in Pinellas County (2023-2025), 75.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.8% had adjudication withheld, and 1.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $138.89. 1.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 5.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
75.0% (51)
Withheld
11.8% (8)
Diversion
11.8% (8)
Dismissed
1.5% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence
8.5 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Avg Probation
$138.89
Avg Fine
20.6%
Prison Rate
38.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 26 3.9 months
State Prison Facility 14 2.5 years

Counsel Analysis

62
Self or Unrepresented
77.4% guilty · 1.6% 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 41 70.7% 2.4%
Black 18 77.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

17.6%
Under 21
20.6%
21-29
25.0%
30-39
19.1%
40-49
13.2%
50-59
4.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 21 81.0% 4.8% 7.8 months
2024 28 67.9% 0.0% 1 year, 10 months
2025 19 78.9% 0.0% 7.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 44
Misdemeanor Second Degree 18
Felony Second Degree 3
Misdemeanor First Degree 3

Related Charges in Pinellas County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 21,661 74.6% 1.4%
Other 20,743 13.9% 0.4%
Traffic Offense 18,743 72.7% 1.6%
DUI 7,725 97.6% 0.8%
Trespassing 7,608 87.5% 4.2%
Larceny / Theft 7,002 75.4% 2.3%
Battery 5,805 56.4% 3.4%
Resisting Officer 4,980 77.8% 1.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Forgery in Pinellas County?
The guilty rate is 75.0% based on 68 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Forgery in Pinellas County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.8% 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 Pinellas County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $138.89.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
5.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pinellas 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 · 68 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026