Vehicle Theft in Duval County, Florida
147 cases (2025) · Duval County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Duval County prosecuted 147 vehicle theft cases with an 86.4% conviction rate and zero dismissals, compared to the statewide average of 1.1%. Withheld adjudication occurred in 12.9%, essentially aligned with the statewide rate of 13.3%, and no cases were diverted. This outcome profile reflects stringent prosecution with minimal case attrition, suggesting aggressive enforcement of vehicle theft charges.
Sentences among confined defendants averaged 739 days, with a median of 441 days, representing substantial carceral terms. Prison confinement affected 50.3% of defendants and jail 35.4%, indicating heavy reliance on incarceration for this property crime. Probation averaged 715 days. Counsel representation showed 72.1% with public defenders and 27.9% with private attorneys, indicating that while many vehicle theft defendants lack resources for private counsel, a notable minority could afford representation.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 86.4% of 147 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 147 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 269 | 2.9 years |
| County Jail | 207 | 7.4 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Vehicle Theft sentencing in Duval County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Vehicle Theft in Duval County?
The guilty rate is 86.4% based on 147 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Vehicle Theft in Duval County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.9% of cases (2025). 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 Vehicle Theft in Duval County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 2.0 years (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
72.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 27.9% retain private counsel (2025).
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 80 | 87.5% | 0.0% |
| White | 65 | 84.6% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 200 | 88.5% | 0.0% | 2.1 years |
| 2024 | 213 | 85.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 8 months |
| 2025 | 147 | 86.4% | 0.0% | 2.0 years |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 560 |
Related Charges in Duval County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 7,131 | 36.9% | 3.3% |
| Drug Possession | 4,904 | 74.0% | 0.1% |
| Other | 4,405 | 22.2% | 0.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,440 | 68.9% | 0.3% |
| Battery | 1,878 | 65.5% | 0.6% |
| Resisting Officer | 2,076 | 81.3% | 0.2% |
| Trespassing | 1,795 | 84.4% | 0.4% |
| DUI | 1,415 | 98.1% | 0.2% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Vehicle Theft in Duval County, Florida (2025). Based on 147 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/vehicle-theft/duval
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Duval 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 · 147 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com