Battery in Hernando County, Florida

1,342
Total Cases
56.3%
Guilty Rate
15.0%
Withheld Rate
1.2%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,342 Battery cases in Hernando County (2023-2025), 56.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.0% had adjudication withheld, and 1.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $236.86. 1.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 58.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
56.3% (756)
Withheld
15.0% (201)
Diversion
24.2% (325)
Dismissed
1.2% (16)
Acquitted
0.8% (11)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence
6.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 11 months
Avg Probation
$236.86
Avg Fine
11.2%
Prison Rate
34.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 465 4.9 months
State Prison Facility 150 3.5 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 8.1 months

Counsel Analysis

778
Public Defender
58.9% guilty · 1.5% dismissed
269
Other
51.3% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
18
Private Attorney
22.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
11
Self or Unrepresented
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 1,053 53.7% 1.2%
Black 231 68.4% 1.3%

Age Distribution

7.4%
Under 21
20.4%
21-29
32.9%
30-39
19.5%
40-49
11.9%
50-59
8.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 490 58.6% 0.6% 0 year, 12 months
2024 404 57.2% 0.7% 11.5 months
2025 448 53.1% 2.2% 1 year, 7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 810
Felony Third Degree 491
Felony Second Degree 33
Felony First Degree 8

Related Charges in Hernando County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 3,268 67.9% 2.8%
Larceny / Theft 2,833 48.5% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 2,485 73.5% 0.2%
Other 1,270 64.7% 5.1%
Resisting Officer 796 75.1% 0.4%
Trespassing 694 87.9% 0.4%
DUI 660 98.3% 0.2%
Burglary 526 86.9% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Hernando County?
The guilty rate is 56.3% based on 1,342 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Hernando County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.0% 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 Hernando County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $236.86.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hernando 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 · 1,342 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026