Battery in Broward County, Florida

2,519
Total Cases
51.1%
Guilty Rate
37.1%
Withheld Rate
5.5%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 8 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 2,519 Battery cases in Broward County (2023-2025), 51.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 37.1% had adjudication withheld, and 5.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 8 months. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
51.1% (1,287)
Withheld
37.1% (935)
Diversion
4.9% (123)
Dismissed
5.5% (139)
Acquitted
1.4% (35)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 8 months
Avg Sentence
9.0 months
Median Sentence
3.1 years
Avg Probation
10.6%
Prison Rate
27.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 686 10.3 months
State Prison Facility 268 3.7 years

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 1,446 57.3% 4.4%
Not Available 1,041 42.8% 7.2%

Age Distribution

6.5%
Under 21
30.0%
21-29
34.3%
30-39
16.0%
40-49
8.1%
50-59
5.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 803 47.6% 3.0% 1 year, 12 months
2024 957 52.8% 5.2% 1 year, 6 months
2025 759 52.7% 8.6% 1 year, 8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,283
Felony Third Degree 848
Felony Second Degree 315
Felony First Degree 73

Related Charges in Broward County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 20,241 20.4% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,143 61.5% 1.1%
Drug Possession 5,290 56.2% 7.8%
Resisting Officer 4,126 51.8% 3.0%
Trespassing 3,442 51.5% 3.2%
Other 3,123 32.6% 26.9%
DUI 2,395 83.5% 3.0%
Fraud 2,358 58.1% 2.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Broward County?
The guilty rate is 51.1% based on 2,519 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Broward County?
Adjudication is withheld in 37.1% 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 Broward County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 8 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% 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 Broward 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 · 2,519 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026