Forgery Sentencing in Wakulla County
13 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Wakulla County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 13 convicted Forgery cases in Wakulla 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 Wakulla County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 13 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025 in this view, so multi-year figures are shown.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2023-2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Wakulla County run 5.0 months to 2.8 years; the median is 1 year.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 13 convicted cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2023-2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
| Outcome | Wakulla County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 69.2% | 23.4% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 30.8% | 32.7% |
| Probation Only | 0.0% | 33.2% |
| Average Sentence | 1 year, 7 months | 9.6 months |
| Average Fine | $500 | $516 |
| Average Probation | 2.4 years | 2.8 years |
| Average Court Costs | $726 | $773 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 7 | 1 year, 3 months | $500 |
| State Prison Facility | 6 | 1 year, 12 months | $500 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Forgery cases in Wakulla County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 83.3% | 0.0% | 1 year, 11 months |
| 2025 | 6 | 83.3% | 0.0% | 1 year, 4 months |
Trend rows cover all Forgery cases in Wakulla County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Forgery charge in Wakulla County makes it in front of a judge. Of 72 prosecutor decisions on Forgery charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 9.7% — below the 25.0% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
See the complete picture for this charge: Forgery outcomes in Wakulla County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Wakulla County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 574 | 1.1 months | $304 |
| Drug Possession | 465 | 6.9 months | $473 |
| Larceny / Theft | 267 | 7.5 months | $291 |
| Other | 207 | 8.2 months | $474 |
| Battery | 123 | 7.7 months | $659 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Forgery in Wakulla County?
Based on 13 convicted Forgery cases in Wakulla County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 1 year, 7 months. The statewide average is 9.6 months.
How much are fines for Forgery in Wakulla County?
53.8% of convicted Forgery defendants in Wakulla County received a fine, averaging $500. Court costs average $726 additionally.
How does Wakulla County compare to statewide sentencing for Forgery?
Wakulla County's average sentence of 1 year, 7 months compares to the statewide average of 9.6 months. The prison rate is 69.2% locally vs 23.4% statewide. The average fine is $500 locally vs $516 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Forgery Sentencing in Wakulla County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 13 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/forgery/wakulla
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: July 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 13 Forgery cases in Wakulla 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 · 13 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated July 2026