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.

1 year, 1 months
Average Sentence
Below statewide avg (2.0 years)
$236.25
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($392.14)
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
$100.00
$100.00
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$250.00
The average sentence for Child Abuse / Neglect in Duval County is 1 year, 1 months. A defense attorney may be able to negotiate reduced charges or alternative sentencing. Get a free case review.

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 $236.25 $392.14
Average Probation 2.6 years 3.7 years
Average Court Costs $522.88 $722.34
Average Restitution (where ordered) $9,435 $3,180

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 157 4.2 months $265.44
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 $129.87
Drug Possession 16,407 5.8 months $155.19
Larceny / Theft 9,520 3.3 months $118.72
Battery 6,326 7.8 months $119.65
Resisting Officer 6,034 2.8 months $121.87

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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 $236.25. Court costs average $522.88 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 $236.25 locally vs $392.14 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