Battery in Miami-Dade County, Florida

5,809
Total Cases
42.9%
Guilty Rate
29.5%
Withheld Rate
2.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 5,809 Battery cases in Miami-Dade County (2023-2025), 42.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 29.5% had adjudication withheld, and 2.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $404.25. 35.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 55.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
42.9% (2,494)
Withheld
29.5% (1,712)
Diversion
24.2% (1,408)
Dismissed
2.0% (114)
Acquitted
1.4% (81)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
2.8 years
Avg Probation
$404.25
Avg Fine
15.2%
Prison Rate
23.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,362 7.0 months
State Prison Facility 885 3.8 years
Confinement to Hospital Facility 1 3.3 months

Counsel Analysis

3,220
Public Defender
49.2% guilty · 2.7% dismissed
2,056
Private Attorney
28.5% guilty · 1.0% dismissed
244
Conflict Counsel
59.8% guilty · 1.2% dismissed
208
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
81.7% guilty · 0.5% 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 3,433 36.3% 1.6%
Black 2,343 52.8% 2.5%
Asian 19 42.1% 5.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native 11 45.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.6%
Under 21
28.7%
21-29
32.4%
30-39
16.8%
40-49
10.1%
50-59
5.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,044 40.3% 1.8% 2.0 years
2024 1,872 43.3% 2.1% 1 year, 10 months
2025 1,893 45.4% 2.0% 1 year, 8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 2,617
Misdemeanor First Degree 2,165
Felony Second Degree 901
Felony First Degree 90
NULL NULL 36

Related Charges in Miami-Dade County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 17,318 16.9% 54.7%
Larceny / Theft 13,324 61.6% 1.0%
Drug Possession 6,986 65.1% 0.7%
Resisting Officer 6,189 50.6% 2.1%
Burglary 4,095 72.7% 1.1%
Fraud 4,065 41.6% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 3,507 56.1% 8.3%
Weapons Offense 3,012 61.0% 2.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Miami-Dade County?
The guilty rate is 42.9% based on 5,809 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Miami-Dade County?
Adjudication is withheld in 29.5% 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 Miami-Dade County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $404.25.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
55.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 35.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Miami-Dade 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 · 5,809 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026