Arson in Orange County, Florida
29 cases (2023-2025) · Orange County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Orange County prosecutes without dismissal or diversion, contrasting sharply with statewide practices. The 62.1% guilty rate and 13.8% withheld adjudication combine for 75.9% of cases, with only 3.4% acquittals. This pattern indicates a prosecution-favorable environment where cases proceed to conviction or withheld adjudication rather than pre-trial resolution. The withheld rate aligns closely with statewide average of 10.3%, but zero dismissals fall below statewide norm of 2.3%.
Defendants typically face public defenders—82.8% of cases. Sentences average 1,084 days with probation averaging 1,491 days. Orange County's jail rate of 37.9% ranks among the highest, suggesting preference for county incarceration over prison. Prison confinement reaches 41.4%. The median sentence of 456 days indicates substantial variation, with many cases involving moderate terms.
Figures cover 29 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 — 62.1% of 29 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 29 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 |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 12 | 5.7 years |
| County Jail | 11 | 7.5 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Arson sentencing in Orange County.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 15 | 60.0% | 0.0% |
| White | 13 | 69.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 12 | 58.3% | 0.0% | 3.7 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 | 18 |
| 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 | 6,248 | 20.6% | 33.8% |
| Drug Possession | 3,290 | 65.2% | 1.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,001 | 56.9% | 2.6% |
| Other | 1,533 | 37.8% | 8.5% |
| DUI | 1,432 | 54.7% | 1.5% |
| Trespassing | 1,251 | 59.0% | 9.0% |
| Battery | 1,333 | 44.3% | 5.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 1,190 | 56.6% | 4.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Arson in Orange County?
The guilty rate is 62.1% based on 29 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Arson in Orange County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.8% 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?
The average sentence is 3.0 years (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
82.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 10.3% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Arson in Orange County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 29 public court records; last updated July 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 · 29 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com