Battery in Pasco County, Florida

4,014
Total Cases
57.2%
Guilty Rate
16.1%
Withheld Rate
1.8%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 4,014 Battery cases in Pasco County (2023-2025), 57.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.1% had adjudication withheld, and 1.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $150.35. 25.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 65.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
57.2% (2,297)
Withheld
16.1% (646)
Diversion
20.9% (840)
Dismissed
1.8% (72)
Acquitted
0.8% (34)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence
9.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 7 months
Avg Probation
$150.35
Avg Fine
10.8%
Prison Rate
16.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 669 5.8 months
State Prison Facility 433 3.8 years

Counsel Analysis

2,617
Public Defender
62.7% guilty · 2.3% dismissed
1,005
Private Attorney
38.8% guilty · 0.9% dismissed
344
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
74.1% guilty · 0.6% 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 3,269 57.4% 1.7%
Black 652 60.4% 2.0%
Not Available 25 12.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.5%
Under 21
23.3%
21-29
30.4%
30-39
19.3%
40-49
11.6%
50-59
7.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,348 62.7% 1.3% 1 year, 8 months
2024 1,187 59.7% 1.4% 1 year, 8 months
2025 1,479 50.2% 2.6% 2.2 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 2,534
Felony Third Degree 1,282
Felony Second Degree 179
Felony First Degree 19

Related Charges in Pasco County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 8,302 76.1% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 6,884 66.2% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 3,547 66.7% 0.7%
Other 2,290 53.8% 1.1%
Resisting Officer 2,194 76.4% 1.1%
DUI 2,016 96.2% 2.5%
Trespassing 1,581 77.7% 3.3%
Burglary 1,373 77.8% 1.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 57.2% based on 4,014 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.1% 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 Pasco County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $150.35.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
65.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 25.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 4,014 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026