What is the dismissal rate for Assault in Brevard County?

The dismissal rate is 1.4% — 5 out of 368 cases were dismissed.

What percentage of Assault defendants use a public defender in Brevard County?

26.9% of Assault defendants in Brevard County are represented by a public defender, while 9.2% retain private counsel.

What is the diversion rate for Assault in Brevard County?

The diversion rate for Assault in Brevard County is 3.5%, meaning 13 cases were resolved through diversion programs.

How does Brevard County compare to other Florida counties for Assault?

You can compare Brevard County's Assault statistics with other counties using the statewide overview page or our county comparison tool.

What is the acquittal rate for Assault in Brevard County?

The acquittal rate for Assault in Brevard County is 0.0% — 0 out of 368 cases resulted in acquittal.

Assault in Brevard County, Florida

368

Total Cases

57.9%

Guilty Rate

31.2%

Withheld Rate

1.4%

Dismissal Rate

1 year

Avg Sentence

Based on 368 Assault cases in Brevard County (2023-2025), 57.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 31.2% had adjudication withheld, and 1.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year. 9.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 26.9% used a public defender.

Facing Assault charges in Brevard County?

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty

57.9% (213)

Withheld

31.2% (115)

Diversion

3.5% (13)

Dismissed

1.4% (5)

Acquitted

0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year

Avg Sentence

3.7 months

Median Sentence

1 year, 11 months

Avg Probation

10.3%

Prison Rate

45.7%

Jail Rate

Confinement Type	Count	Avg Sentence
County Jail	168	4.0 months
State Prison Facility	38	4.4 years

Counsel Analysis

Public Defender

67.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Private Attorney

32.4% guilty · 5.9% dismissed

Court Private or Assigned Counsel

50.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Age Distribution

4.9%

Under 21

24.2%

21-29

31.8%

30-39

17.4%

40-49

13.0%

50-59

8.7%

60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year	Cases	Guilty Rate	Dismissal Rate	Avg Sentence
2023	94	54.3%	1.1%	1 year, 6 months
2024	144	62.5%	1.4%	10.7 months
2025	130	55.4%	1.5%	11.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level	Degree	Cases
NULL	NULL	368

Related Charges in Brevard County

Charge	Cases	Guilty Rate	Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense	4,553	68.7%	1.7%
Other	3,158	28.3%	29.4%
Drug Possession	2,070	72.5%	0.8%
Larceny / Theft	1,623	65.6%	0.6%
DUI	1,533	59.7%	0.9%
Trespassing	1,103	83.7%	0.6%
Battery	1,080	59.7%	2.1%
Contempt of Court	1,011	11.4%	84.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Assault in Brevard County?

The guilty rate is 57.9% based on 368 cases (2023-2025).

How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Brevard County?

Adjudication is withheld in 31.2% 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 Assault in Brevard County?

The average sentence is 1 year.

What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?

26.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 9.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Brevard 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 · 368 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026