Forgery in Volusia County, Florida

176
Total Cases
60.2%
Guilty Rate
28.4%
Withheld Rate
2.3%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 176 Forgery cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 60.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 28.4% had adjudication withheld, and 2.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months. 17.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 67.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
60.2% (106)
Withheld
28.4% (50)
Diversion
8.5% (15)
Dismissed
2.3% (4)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
3.1 years
Avg Probation
29.0%
Prison Rate
30.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 53 3.6 months
State Prison Facility 51 2.5 years

Counsel Analysis

118
Public Defender
62.7% guilty · 0.8% dismissed
30
Private Attorney
36.7% guilty · 3.3% dismissed
16
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
100.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
7
Self or Unrepresented
14.3% guilty · 28.6% dismissed
5
Conflict Counsel
80.0% 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 129 55.8% 2.3%
Black 43 76.7% 2.3%

Age Distribution

7.4%
Under 21
22.7%
21-29
36.4%
30-39
21.6%
40-49
8.5%
50-59
3.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 57 54.4% 0.0% 1 year, 6 months
2024 65 66.2% 3.1% 1 year, 11 months
2025 54 59.3% 3.7% 8.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 150
Misdemeanor Second Degree 16
Misdemeanor First Degree 5
Felony Second Degree 4
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Related Charges in Volusia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 26,889 15.9% 51.3%
Drug Possession 15,291 69.8% 1.1%
Traffic Offense 14,935 49.4% 5.4%
Battery 6,128 50.6% 3.1%
Larceny / Theft 4,676 63.3% 3.7%
Resisting Officer 4,313 67.1% 2.3%
Trespassing 3,956 77.7% 3.2%
Sex Offense 2,019 89.6% 3.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Forgery in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 60.2% based on 176 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Forgery in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 28.4% 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 Volusia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
67.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 17.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Volusia 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 · 176 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026