Arson in Orange County, Florida
27 cases (2023-2025) · Orange County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
From 2023 to 2025, arson defendants in Orange County faced a notably low dismissal rate—0%, compared to 2.3% statewide. Among 27 cases resolved, 55.6% resulted in guilty findings and 22.2% in withheld adjudication, which means the judge found guilt but did not record a formal conviction on the defendant's record. The high withheld rate reflected more favorable handling than the statewide 10.4% average for this charge.
Sentencing for those with confined convictions averaged 1,258 days, with 59.3% receiving prison sentences and 22.2% jail time. Median sentences were 1,096 days. Probation averaged 1,513 days. Public defenders represented 70.4% of defendants in these cases, with private attorneys present in 25.9%, indicating the charge typically involved defendants with limited resources.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 27 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 — 55.6% of 27 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 27 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 | 16 | 5.0 years |
| County Jail | 6 | 3.7 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Arson sentencing in Orange County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Arson in Orange County?
The guilty rate is 55.6% based on 27 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Arson in Orange County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.2% 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 Orange County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 3.4 years (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
70.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 25.9% 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 | 13 | 69.2% | 0.0% |
| Black | 13 | 46.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10 | 40.0% | 0.0% | 5.1 years |
| 2024 | 8 | 50.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 12 months |
| 2025 | 9 | 77.8% | 0.0% | 2.9 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 16 |
| Felony | First Degree | 8 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 3 |
Related Charges in Orange County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 6,244 | 20.7% | 33.8% |
| Drug Possession | 3,283 | 65.4% | 1.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,003 | 56.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 1,532 | 38.0% | 8.6% |
| DUI | 1,390 | 56.0% | 1.6% |
| Trespassing | 1,249 | 59.0% | 8.8% |
| Battery | 1,319 | 44.7% | 5.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 1,182 | 56.9% | 4.1% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Arson in Orange County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 27 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/arson/orange
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Orange 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 · 27 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com