Battery in Hillsborough County, Florida

8,519
Total Cases
50.8%
Guilty Rate
17.5%
Withheld Rate
4.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 8,519 Battery cases in Hillsborough County (2023-2025), 50.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.5% had adjudication withheld, and 4.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $211.83. 56.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 43.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
50.8% (4,331)
Withheld
17.5% (1,494)
Diversion
21.2% (1,810)
Dismissed
4.0% (342)
Acquitted
1.0% (82)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence
9.0 months
Median Sentence
2.0 years
Avg Probation
$211.83
Avg Fine
8.7%
Prison Rate
23.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,997 6.6 months
State Prison Facility 738 4.5 years

Counsel Analysis

4,837
Private Attorney
51.7% guilty · 3.0% dismissed
3,682
Public Defender
49.7% guilty · 5.4% 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 4,348 46.8% 3.6%
Black 3,942 56.4% 4.5%
Asian 57 22.8% 8.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native 14 35.7% 0.0%
Not Available 13 38.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.1%
Under 21
29.8%
21-29
33.1%
30-39
17.4%
40-49
8.2%
50-59
4.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,464 56.7% 4.3% 1 year, 5 months
2024 2,503 54.1% 5.2% 1 year, 10 months
2025 3,552 44.5% 3.0% 1 year, 6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 4,538
Felony Third Degree 3,021
Felony Second Degree 651
Felony First Degree 307
Felony First Degree punishable by life 1
Felony Life 1

Related Charges in Hillsborough County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 37,086 47.5% 7.8%
Drug Possession 17,469 71.8% 1.9%
Larceny / Theft 10,966 66.7% 3.3%
Sex Offense 9,729 84.7% 1.9%
Trespassing 8,436 80.1% 8.7%
Resisting Officer 7,753 69.9% 3.7%
Other 7,045 68.8% 6.4%
DUI 4,996 89.7% 1.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Hillsborough County?
The guilty rate is 50.8% based on 8,519 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Hillsborough County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.5% 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 Hillsborough County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $211.83.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
43.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 56.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hillsborough 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 · 8,519 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026