Arson in Lee County, Florida

20
Total Cases
75.0%
Guilty Rate
10.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.2 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 20 Arson cases in Lee County (2023-2025), 75.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.2 years. 5.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 35.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
75.0% (15)
Withheld
10.0% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.2 years
Avg Sentence
2.4 years
Median Sentence
4.0 years
Avg Probation
20.0%
Prison Rate
20.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 4 3.8 years
County Jail 4 7.5 months

Counsel Analysis

7
Public Defender
57.1% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Demographics

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 18 77.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
35.0%
21-29
40.0%
30-39
0.0%
40-49
10.0%
50-59
15.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 7 71.4% 0.0% 3.9 years
2024 5 80.0% 0.0% 0 days
2025 8 75.0% 0.0% 1 year, 3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 8
Felony First Degree 6
Felony Third Degree 6

Related Charges in Lee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 5,953 79.4% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 5,651 78.7% 0.1%
DUI 3,521 98.2% 0.6%
Larceny / Theft 2,186 81.9% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 1,991 85.2% 1.6%
Battery 1,752 69.5% 1.8%
Trespassing 1,425 88.0% 4.5%
Other 1,124 70.6% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Arson in Lee County?
The guilty rate is 75.0% based on 20 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Arson in Lee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.0% of cases. 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 Lee County?
The average sentence is 2.2 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
35.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lee 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 · 20 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026