Assault in Pasco County, Florida
195 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Pasco County convicted 55.4% of assault defendants, the lowest conviction rate among assault counties, while withheld adjudication applied to 18.5%. Diversion programs diverted 15.9% of cases—nearly three times the statewide 5.2% rate—indicating Pasco's emphasis on program-based resolution over traditional conviction. Dismissals were 2.6%, matching the statewide average.
Pasco imposed lengthy sentences when convictions occurred: median 1,096 days, average 1,146 days. Prison sentences were less common (23.1%) compared to other high-sentence counties, and jail time was lowest among assault jurisdictions at 7.2%, reflecting the diversion-first approach. Public defender representation was high at 55.9%, and the 195-case caseload was the largest single-county assault cohort examined.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 55.4% of 195 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 195 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 129 | 4.2 years |
| County Jail | 53 | 5.8 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Assault sentencing in Pasco County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (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 | 166 | 58.4% | 1.8% |
| Black | 26 | 42.3% | 7.7% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 181 | 68.0% | 1.7% | 2.8 years |
| 2024 | 148 | 58.1% | 0.0% | 3.6 years |
| 2025 | 195 | 55.4% | 2.6% | 3.1 years |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 342 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 126 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 32 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 24 |
Related Charges in Pasco County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,788 | 75.3% | 0.4% |
| Traffic Offense | 2,250 | 69.2% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 1,446 | 52.2% | 2.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,264 | 64.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 756 | 54.5% | 0.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 788 | 76.0% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 718 | 95.8% | 2.4% |
| Trespassing | 519 | 73.4% | 4.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Assault in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 55.4% based on 195 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.5% of cases (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 Assault in Pasco County?
The average sentence is 3.1 years, with an average fine of $147 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
55.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 31.3% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Assault in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 195 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/assault/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 · 195 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com