Child Abuse / Neglect Sentencing in Duval County

We analyzed 541 convicted Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Duval County (2023-2025) to show actual sentencing outcomes — average sentence length, fines, court costs, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation. Compared to statewide averages to show how Duval County judges sentence differently.

The average sentence for Child Abuse / Neglect in Duval County is 1 year, 1 months. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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1 year, 1 months
Average Sentence
Below statewide avg (2.0 years)
$236
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($392)
22.9%
Prison Rate
Near statewide (27.7%)
28.3%
Probation Only
541 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
1.8 months
1 year
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
2.5 years

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$100
$100
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$250

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Duval County Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 22.9% 27.7%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 29.2% 22.1%
Probation Only 28.3% 37.4%
Average Sentence 1 year, 1 months 2.0 years
Average Fine $236 $392
Average Probation 2.6 years 3.7 years
Average Court Costs $523 $722
Average Restitution (where ordered) $9,435 $3,180

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 157 4.2 months $265
State Prison Facility 125 4.5 years N/A

Other Charges Sentenced in Duval County

Charge Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine
Traffic Offense 22,088 9 days $130
Drug Possession 16,407 5.8 months $155
Larceny / Theft 9,520 3.3 months $119
Battery 6,326 7.8 months $120
Resisting Officer 6,034 2.8 months $122

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 541 convicted Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Duval County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 1 year, 1 months. The statewide average is 2.0 years.
3.1% of convicted Child Abuse / Neglect defendants in Duval County received a fine, averaging $236. Court costs average $523 additionally. Restitution averages $9,435 in cases where it is ordered.
Duval County's average sentence of 1 year, 1 months compares to the statewide average of 2.0 years. The prison rate is 22.9% locally vs 27.7% statewide. The average fine is $236 locally vs $392 statewide.

Sentencing data covers convicted cases (guilty and adjudication withheld). Average sentences exclude non-incarcerated cases. Data covers 2023–2025 FDLE public court records. Last updated: March 2026

Important: Sentencing outcomes vary based on criminal history, case circumstances, charge severity, plea agreements, and judicial discretion. These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual sentences.

Methodology: These statistics are based on 541 Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Duval County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2023-2025). "Prison" = sentence exceeding 365 days; "Jail" = sentence of 1–365 days; "Probation Only" = probation imposed with no incarceration sentence. Average fines exclude cases where no fine was imposed.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 541 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026