Fraud in Union County, Florida

20
Total Cases
65.0%
Guilty Rate
35.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 20 Fraud cases in Union County (2023-2025), 65.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 35.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 7 months. 5.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 30.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
65.0% (13)
Withheld
35.0% (7)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence
1 year, 2 months
Median Sentence
2.6 years
Avg Probation
15.0%
Prison Rate
15.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 3 3.0 years
County Jail 3 1.8 months

Counsel Analysis

6
Public Defender
66.7% 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
Black 11 81.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

5.0%
Under 21
25.0%
21-29
35.0%
30-39
10.0%
40-49
25.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 5 100.0% 0.0% 2.3 years
2024 11 54.5% 0.0% 2.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 13
Misdemeanor First Degree 6
Felony Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Union County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 183 85.2% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 166 98.2% 0.0%
Other 160 67.5% 0.6%
Battery 102 75.5% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 85 84.7% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 70 91.4% 0.0%
Trespassing 31 100.0% 0.0%
Burglary 30 76.7% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Fraud in Union County?
The guilty rate is 65.0% based on 20 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in Union County?
Adjudication is withheld in 35.0% 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 Fraud in Union County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
30.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Union 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 · 20 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026