Assault in Putnam County, Florida
43 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Putnam County resolved assault cases primarily through guilty verdicts or withheld adjudication. Guilty verdicts occurred in 58.1% of cases, while withheld adjudication—where judges find guilt but withhold conviction from the record—reached 30.2%, the highest rate in this dataset. Dismissals and acquittals did not occur, far below the statewide dismissal average of 2.4%. Diversion was minimal at 4.7%, indicating prosecutors rarely sought alternatives to conviction.
Probation averaged 1,096 days—nearly three years—extending supervision substantially. Sentences averaged 545.5 days with median 281 days. Prison and jail each accounted for 23.3% of defendants, totaling nearly half receiving custody. Public defenders represented 67.4%, with only 7% retaining private counsel. Fines averaged $60.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 58.1% of 43 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 43 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 | 56 | 4.1 years |
| County Jail | 50 | 4.8 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Assault sentencing in Putnam 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 | 26 | 57.7% | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 70 | 71.4% | 0.0% | 2.2 years |
| 2024 | 66 | 83.3% | 0.0% | 2.8 years |
| 2025 | 43 | 58.1% | 0.0% | 1 year, 6 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 115 |
| 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 | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Assault in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 58.1% based on 43 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 30.2% 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?
The average sentence is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $60 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
67.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Assault in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 43 public court records; last updated July 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 · 43 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com