Arson in Escambia County, Florida
21 cases (2023-2025) · Escambia County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
From 2023 to 2025, arson cases in Escambia County resulted in convictions in 57% of cases, with acquittals accounting for 14%. The county recorded zero dismissals, withheld adjudications, and diversion program completions—outcomes sharply different from statewide patterns, where dismissals occur in 2% of arson cases and adjudications are withheld in 10%. This suggests Escambia's State Attorney pursues arson charges vigorously through trial, with limited alternative resolutions available to defendants.
Among those convicted, sentences averaged 3,839 days with a median of 3,817 days. Prison confinement occurred in 19% of cases, while probation averaged over 11 years. Just under 29% of defendants were represented by public defenders, with average fines of $577.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 21 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 57.1% of 21 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 21 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 4 | 10.5 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Arson sentencing in Escambia County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Arson in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 57.1% based on 21 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Arson in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% of cases (2023-2025). This is a Florida-specific outcome where the court finds guilt but does not formally convict, allowing the defendant to avoid a conviction record under FL Statute 948.01.
What is the average sentence for Arson in Escambia County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 10.5 years, with an average fine of $577 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
28.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
Demographic data reflects systemic patterns in the criminal justice system and should not be used to draw conclusions about any racial or ethnic group. Disparities may reflect differences in policing, prosecution, and socioeconomic factors rather than actual crime rates.
| Race | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 11 | 36.4% | 0.0% |
| Black | 10 | 80.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 | 83.3% | 0.0% | 0 days |
| 2025 | 11 | 36.4% | 0.0% | 10.5 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 9 |
| NULL | NULL | 9 |
| Felony | First Degree | 3 |
Related Charges in Escambia County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 3,108 | 59.3% | 14.1% |
| Drug Possession | 2,249 | 75.7% | 6.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,730 | 69.2% | 10.4% |
| Other | 1,544 | 39.2% | 4.9% |
| Battery | 847 | 61.4% | 14.6% |
| Trespassing | 676 | 83.7% | 7.2% |
| Resisting Officer | 610 | 77.2% | 8.4% |
| Fraud | 335 | 72.2% | 9.6% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Arson in Escambia County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 21 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/arson/escambia
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia County. "Guilty" includes all cases where the defendant was found guilty. "Adjudication withheld" is a Florida-specific disposition where guilt is found but the court withholds formal adjudication under FL Statute 948.01. "Dismissed" includes all cases dismissed by the court or prosecution.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 21 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com