Assault in Gadsden County, Florida

Assault defendants in Gadsden County face a conviction rate of 46.7 percent, with an additional 26.7 percent receiving adjudication withheld, meaning over 73 percent of cases end in guilt findings. This outcome pattern exceeds the statewide withheld rate of 21.9 percent, suggesting Gadsden County judges more frequently choose this middle-ground disposition. The county's dismissal rate of 6.7 percent is notably higher than Florida's 2.6 percent average—an increase of 4.1 percentage points—though this still represents only one case among fifteen total. Unlike many Florida counties, Gadsden County recorded zero diversion outcomes, compared to the statewide average of 4.8 percent, meaning assault defendants here have no pathway to avoid conviction through program completion.

Over 73 percent of assault defendants in Gadsden County were represented by public defenders, indicating limited financial resources among those charged. With guilt findings occurring in nearly three-quarters of cases and no diversion alternative available, defendants in this county have limited options to contest or avoid adjudication on assault charges.

6.7% of Assault cases in Gadsden County are dismissed — higher than Florida's statewide average of 2.6%. An attorney who works in Gadsden County can tell you if your case fits the dismissal pattern.

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15
Total Cases
46.7%
Guilty Rate
26.7%
Withheld Rate
6.7%
Dismissal Rate
0 days
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
46.7% (7)
Withheld
26.7% (4)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
6.7% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Counsel Analysis

11
Public Defender
45.5% guilty · 9.1% 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
Black 14 42.9% 7.1%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
33.3%
21-29
33.3%
30-39
20.0%
40-49
6.7%
50-59
6.7%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 10
Misdemeanor Second Degree 4
Felony Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Gadsden County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 140 47.1% 11.4%
Drug Possession 104 65.4% 3.8%
Trespassing 89 37.1% 53.9%
Battery 79 59.5% 21.5%
Larceny / Theft 63 46.0% 30.2%
Resisting Officer 58 55.2% 20.7%
Other 41 53.7% 7.3%
Fraud 24 83.3% 4.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Assault in Gadsden County?
The guilty rate is 46.7% based on 15 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Gadsden County?
Adjudication is withheld in 26.7% 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 Gadsden County?
The average sentence is 0 days.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
73.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Gadsden 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 · 15 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026