Arson in Pasco County, Florida
25 cases (2023-2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
From 2023 to 2025, Pasco County prosecuted arson charges aggressively, with an 80% guilty rate and zero dismissals—well below the statewide dismissal average of 2.3%. The 16% withheld rate was also substantially lower than the statewide rate of 10.4%, indicating most cases resolved in formal conviction rather than withheld adjudication. Across 25 cases, outcomes were predominantly unfavorable for defendants, with minimal alternative resolutions available.
Sentencing in Pasco was severe. Defendants receiving confinement faced a median sentence of 13,069 days—over 35 years—with an average of 9,562 days. Prison was the dominant confinement mode at 64%, while 4% received jail sentences. The majority of defendants (64%) were represented by public defenders, suggesting resource constraints in mounting defense strategy against aggressive prosecution.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 25 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 — 80.0% of 25 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 25 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 | 27.8 years |
| County Jail | 1 | 0 year, 12 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Arson sentencing in Pasco County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Arson in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 80.0% based on 25 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Arson in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.0% 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 Pasco County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 26.2 years (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
64.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 24.0% 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 | 21 | 95.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 40.0% | 0.0% | 2.1 years |
| 2025 | 18 | 88.9% | 0.0% | 29.4 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 13 |
| Felony | First Degree | 9 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 3 |
Related Charges in Pasco County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,787 | 76.0% | 0.4% |
| Traffic Offense | 2,247 | 69.5% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 1,413 | 53.6% | 2.7% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,266 | 64.5% | 1.1% |
| Other | 753 | 54.7% | 0.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 784 | 76.4% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 717 | 96.0% | 2.4% |
| Trespassing | 512 | 74.6% | 4.5% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Arson in Pasco County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 25 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/arson/pasco
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 25 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com