Escape / Failure to Appear Sentencing in Duval County

We analyzed 29 convicted Escape / Failure to Appear 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.

3.5 years
Average Sentence
Above statewide avg (1 year, 2 months)
$0.00
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($204.61)
62.1%
Prison Rate
Above statewide (30.0%)
3.4%
Probation Only
29 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
1 year
2.4 years
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
3.8 years
The average sentence for Escape / Failure to Appear in Duval County is 3.5 years. 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) 62.1% 30.0%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 27.6% 24.5%
Probation Only 3.4% 10.5%
Average Sentence 3.5 years 1 year, 2 months
Average Fine $0.00 $204.61
Average Probation 1 year, 6 months 2.6 years
Average Court Costs $526.65 $400.65
Average Restitution (where ordered) $1,291 $4,022

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
State Prison Facility 18 5.4 years N/A
County Jail 8 7.9 months 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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The average sentence for Escape / Failure to Appear in Duval County is 3.5 years. A defense attorney can review your case and work toward the best possible outcome. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 29 convicted Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Duval County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 3.5 years. The statewide average is 1 year, 2 months.
0.0% of convicted Escape / Failure to Appear defendants in Duval County received a fine, averaging $0.00. Court costs average $526.65 additionally. Restitution averages $1,291 in cases where it is ordered.
Duval County's average sentence of 3.5 years compares to the statewide average of 1 year, 2 months. The prison rate is 62.1% locally vs 30.0% statewide. The average fine is $0.00 locally vs $204.61 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 29 Escape / Failure to Appear 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 · 29 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026