Battery in Citrus County, Florida

1,204
Total Cases
60.2%
Guilty Rate
19.9%
Withheld Rate
2.5%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,204 Battery cases in Citrus County (2023-2025), 60.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.9% had adjudication withheld, and 2.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 9 months, with an average fine of $368.83. 12.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 46.1% used a public defender.

Facing Battery charges in Citrus County?

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
60.2% (725)
Withheld
19.9% (239)
Diversion
15.0% (180)
Dismissed
2.5% (30)
Acquitted
0.7% (8)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 9 months
Avg Sentence
9.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 10 months
Avg Probation
$368.83
Avg Fine
16.9%
Prison Rate
30.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 362 5.3 months
State Prison Facility 203 4.1 years

Counsel Analysis

555
Public Defender
69.5% guilty · 3.2% dismissed
152
Private Attorney
58.6% guilty · 2.6% dismissed
22
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
81.8% 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 1,014 58.7% 2.9%
Black 136 75.0% 0.0%
Asian 32 53.1% 3.1%
Not Available 20 50.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.8%
Under 21
18.4%
21-29
28.7%
30-39
21.7%
40-49
13.4%
50-59
10.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 397 65.0% 0.8% 1 year, 10 months
2024 380 61.3% 2.1% 1 year, 10 months
2025 427 54.8% 4.4% 1 year, 7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 720
Felony Third Degree 427
Felony Second Degree 48
Felony First Degree 9

Related Charges in Citrus County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 4,548 50.5% 11.7%
Drug Possession 3,206 73.1% 1.2%
Traffic Offense 2,566 67.8% 2.5%
Larceny / Theft 863 74.5% 1.0%
Resisting Officer 714 75.6% 1.4%
DUI 631 99.0% 0.3%
Trespassing 395 85.6% 1.0%
Sex Offense 349 93.7% 0.9%

Need a Defense Attorney in Citrus County?

Get matched with a local attorney who handles Battery cases. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Citrus County?
The guilty rate is 60.2% based on 1,204 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Citrus County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.9% 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 Citrus County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 9 months, with an average fine of $368.83.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
46.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 12.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Citrus 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 · 1,204 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026