Forgery Sentencing in Duval County

We analyzed 204 convicted Forgery 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 Forgery in Duval County is 7.6 months. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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7.6 months
Average Sentence
Below statewide avg (9.3 months)
$96
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($517)
16.7%
Prison Rate
Below statewide (22.6%)
8.3%
Probation Only
204 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
1.5 months
7.1 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
1 year, 7 months

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

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

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Duval County Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 16.7% 22.6%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 37.3% 31.9%
Probation Only 8.3% 34.7%
Average Sentence 7.6 months 9.3 months
Average Fine $96 $517
Average Probation 1 year, 8 months 2.8 years
Average Court Costs $440 $775
Average Restitution (where ordered) $4,608 $8,296

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 76 3.9 months $112
State Prison Facility 34 3.0 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 204 convicted Forgery cases in Duval County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 7.6 months. The statewide average is 9.3 months.
5.4% of convicted Forgery defendants in Duval County received a fine, averaging $96. Court costs average $440 additionally. Restitution averages $4,608 in cases where it is ordered.
Duval County's average sentence of 7.6 months compares to the statewide average of 9.3 months. The prison rate is 16.7% locally vs 22.6% statewide. The average fine is $96 locally vs $517 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 204 Forgery 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 · 204 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026