Forgery Sentencing in Pasco County

We analyzed 157 convicted Forgery cases in Pasco 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 Pasco County judges sentence differently.

10.6 months

Average Sentence

Above statewide avg (9.3 months)

$152.45

Average Fine

Below statewide avg ($517.18)

24.2%

Prison Rate

Near statewide (22.6%)

27.4%

Probation Only

157 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile

6.1 months

Lighter Median Heavier

75th Percentile

3.0 years

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile

$125.72

Lower Median Higher

75th Percentile

$125.72

The average sentence for Forgery in Pasco County is 10.6 months. A defense attorney may be able to negotiate reduced charges or alternative sentencing. Get a free case review.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome	Pasco County	Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year)	24.2%	22.6%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days)	35.7%	31.9%
Probation Only	27.4%	34.7%
Average Sentence	10.6 months	9.3 months
Average Fine	$152.45	$517.18
Average Probation	1 year, 12 months	2.8 years
Average Court Costs	$325.37	$775.18
Average Restitution (where ordered)	$6,030	$8,296

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type	Cases	Avg Sentence	Avg Fine
County Jail	56	6.0 months	$125.72
State Prison Facility	38	2.9 years	$125.72

Other Charges Sentenced in Pasco County

Charge	Convicted	Avg Sentence	Avg Fine
Drug Possession	7,812	8.1 months	$159.69
Traffic Offense	6,831	1.1 months	$341.75
Larceny / Theft	3,070	6.0 months	$139.08
Battery	2,943	8.2 months	$150.35
Resisting Officer	1,996	5.1 months	$254.87

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 157 convicted Forgery cases in Pasco County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 10.6 months. The statewide average is 9.3 months.

8.9% of convicted Forgery defendants in Pasco County received a fine, averaging $152.45. Court costs average $325.37 additionally. Restitution averages $6,030 in cases where it is ordered.

Pasco County's average sentence of 10.6 months compares to the statewide average of 9.3 months. The prison rate is 24.2% locally vs 22.6% statewide. The average fine is $152.45 locally vs $517.18 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 157 Forgery cases in Pasco 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 · 157 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026