Battery in Brevard County, Florida

1,080
Total Cases
59.7%
Guilty Rate
28.9%
Withheld Rate
2.1%
Dismissal Rate
10.4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,080 Battery cases in Brevard County (2023-2025), 59.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 28.9% had adjudication withheld, and 2.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 10.4 months. 11.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 25.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
59.7% (645)
Withheld
28.9% (312)
Diversion
3.6% (39)
Dismissed
2.1% (23)
Acquitted
1.9% (20)

Sentencing Breakdown

10.4 months
Avg Sentence
2.7 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 7 months
Avg Probation
5.9%
Prison Rate
35.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 387 3.8 months
State Prison Facility 64 4.2 years

Counsel Analysis

277
Public Defender
63.5% guilty · 2.9% dismissed
122
Private Attorney
52.5% guilty · 1.6% dismissed
41
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
68.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Age Distribution

4.6%
Under 21
20.3%
21-29
31.8%
30-39
22.0%
40-49
13.5%
50-59
7.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 338 57.4% 1.2% 10.6 months
2024 418 59.8% 3.6% 10.6 months
2025 324 62.0% 1.2% 10.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 1,080

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%
Contempt of Court 1,011 11.4% 84.9%
Resisting Officer 692 68.4% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Brevard County?
The guilty rate is 59.7% based on 1,080 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Brevard County?
Adjudication is withheld in 28.9% 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 Battery in Brevard County?
The average sentence is 10.4 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
25.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.3% 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 · 1,080 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026