Battery in Charlotte County, Florida

910
Total Cases
74.9%
Guilty Rate
8.5%
Withheld Rate
1.8%
Dismissal Rate
2.2 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 910 Battery cases in Charlotte County (2023-2025), 74.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.5% had adjudication withheld, and 1.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.2 years, with an average fine of $354.56. 20.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
74.9% (682)
Withheld
8.5% (77)
Diversion
9.2% (84)
Dismissed
1.8% (16)
Acquitted
3.2% (29)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.2 years
Avg Sentence
7.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Avg Probation
$354.56
Avg Fine
7.7%
Prison Rate
37.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 337 1 year, 9 months
State Prison Facility 70 4.6 years

Counsel Analysis

188
Private Attorney
62.2% guilty · 3.2% dismissed
19
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
84.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

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
White 746 74.4% 2.1%
Black 135 82.2% 0.0%

Age Distribution

4.8%
Under 21
22.8%
21-29
32.3%
30-39
16.6%
40-49
14.2%
50-59
9.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 278 78.4% 1.1% 3.7 years
2024 269 78.4% 1.1% 1 year, 6 months
2025 363 69.7% 2.8% 1 year, 4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 662
Felony Third Degree 211
Felony Second Degree 30
NULL NULL 6
Felony First Degree 1

Related Charges in Charlotte County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,000 64.1% 0.1%
Drug Possession 3,831 92.7% 0.1%
Larceny / Theft 1,127 85.5% 0.4%
DUI 1,003 97.9% 0.3%
Other 826 76.3% 0.8%
Resisting Officer 655 89.3% 0.5%
Trespassing 454 93.0% 0.2%
Fraud 372 78.8% 0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Charlotte County?
The guilty rate is 74.9% based on 910 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Charlotte County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.5% 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 Charlotte County?
The average sentence is 2.2 years, with an average fine of $354.56.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 20.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Charlotte 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 · 910 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026