Assault in Putnam County, Florida
40 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Putnam County recorded zero dismissals for assault, well below the 2.5% statewide rate. The 62.5% guilty rate combined with a 32.5% withheld rate—substantially above the 22.2% statewide average—meant over 95% of cases resulted in a court finding of guilt. The high withheld rate is notable: while most defendants lost at trial, nearly a third avoided formal conviction records through withheld adjudication, a significant outcome difference. Diversion occurred in 5% of cases.
Sentencing was moderate. The median was 366 days—just over one year—with an average of 537 days among confined defendants. Prison and jail were used nearly equally, at 27.5% and 25% respectively. Fines averaged just $60. The overwhelming majority (70%) of defendants were represented by public defenders, with minimal private counsel (7.5%), typical of a rural, lower-income county.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 62.5% of 40 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 40 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 58 | 4.0 years |
| County Jail | 50 | 4.8 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Assault sentencing in Putnam County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Assault in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 62.5% based on 40 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 32.5% 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 Putnam County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $60 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
70.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.5% retain private counsel (2025).
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 | 23 | 65.2% | 0.0% |
| Black | 13 | 69.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 70 | 72.9% | 0.0% | 2.3 years |
| 2024 | 66 | 83.3% | 0.0% | 2.8 years |
| 2025 | 40 | 62.5% | 0.0% | 1 year, 6 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 112 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 42 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 12 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 10 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 989 | 77.7% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 237 | 60.3% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 181 | 80.1% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Assault in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 40 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/assault/putnam
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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 · 40 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com