Battery in Marion County, Florida

2,533
Total Cases
70.3%
Guilty Rate
15.8%
Withheld Rate
0.6%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 2,533 Battery cases in Marion County (2023-2025), 70.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.8% had adjudication withheld, and 0.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $184.29. 10.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 64.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
70.3% (1,780)
Withheld
15.8% (401)
Diversion
9.2% (234)
Dismissed
0.6% (15)
Acquitted
1.8% (45)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$184.29
Avg Fine
17.3%
Prison Rate
52.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,328 5.1 months
State Prison Facility 438 4.0 years

Counsel Analysis

1,628
Public Defender
73.0% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
272
Private Attorney
43.0% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
9
Self or Unrepresented
55.6% guilty · 11.1% 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 1,562 68.5% 0.5%
Black 769 77.0% 0.4%
Asian 13 69.2% 0.0%

Age Distribution

8.6%
Under 21
24.0%
21-29
29.6%
30-39
19.2%
40-49
10.7%
50-59
7.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 870 73.7% 0.2% 1 year, 5 months
2024 852 72.1% 0.8% 1 year, 4 months
2025 811 64.7% 0.7% 1 year, 2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,348
Felony Third Degree 1,032
Felony Second Degree 123
Felony First Degree 27
Misdemeanor Second Degree 3

Related Charges in Marion County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 8,998 66.7% 12.8%
Drug Possession 8,981 77.5% 2.2%
Traffic Offense 6,934 61.4% 0.2%
Larceny / Theft 4,060 81.4% 0.3%
Resisting Officer 2,313 85.6% 0.4%
Trespassing 1,679 85.3% 0.1%
DUI 1,464 98.8% 0.3%
Sex Offense 1,463 93.6% 0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Marion County?
The guilty rate is 70.3% based on 2,533 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Marion County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.8% 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 Marion County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $184.29.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
64.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 10.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Marion 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 · 2,533 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026