Forgery in Sumter County, Florida

87
Total Cases
85.1%
Guilty Rate
8.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 87 Forgery cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), 85.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $948.44. 4.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 32.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
85.1% (74)
Withheld
8.0% (7)
Diversion
5.7% (5)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
$948.44
Avg Fine
31.0%
Prison Rate
41.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 36 8.1 months
State Prison Facility 27 2.1 years

Counsel Analysis

28
Public Defender
71.4% 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 42 88.1% 0.0%
Black 22 90.9% 0.0%

Age Distribution

10.3%
Under 21
26.4%
21-29
42.5%
30-39
13.8%
40-49
2.3%
50-59
4.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 20 95.0% 0.0% 10.0 months
2024 32 78.1% 0.0% 7.6 months
2025 35 85.7% 0.0% 2.0 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 80
Misdemeanor Second Degree 5
Felony Second Degree 2

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Battery 1,047 64.5% 0.6%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 543 84.7% 0.0%
DUI 510 99.0% 0.2%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Forgery in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 85.1% based on 87 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Forgery in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.0% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $948.44.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
32.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 87 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026