Battery in Pinellas County, Florida

5,805
Total Cases
56.4%
Guilty Rate
19.3%
Withheld Rate
3.4%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 5,805 Battery cases in Pinellas County (2023-2025), 56.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.3% had adjudication withheld, and 3.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $167.69. 3.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 7.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
56.4% (3,274)
Withheld
19.3% (1,123)
Diversion
17.4% (1,009)
Dismissed
3.4% (197)
Acquitted
0.8% (48)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$167.69
Avg Fine
9.9%
Prison Rate
38.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 2,220 5.2 months
State Prison Facility 577 3.9 years

Counsel Analysis

5,188
Self or Unrepresented
60.6% guilty · 3.7% dismissed
423
Public Defender
18.9% guilty · 0.5% dismissed
174
Private Attorney
24.7% guilty · 0.6% dismissed
10
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
30.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
10
Conflict Counsel
40.0% 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 3,271 52.7% 3.6%
Black 1,880 66.5% 3.2%
Asian 42 45.2% 2.4%

Age Distribution

5.8%
Under 21
24.7%
21-29
29.6%
30-39
19.3%
40-49
12.7%
50-59
7.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,820 57.1% 4.5% 1 year
2024 1,905 58.9% 2.5% 1 year, 3 months
2025 2,080 53.5% 3.3% 1 year, 1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 3,499
Felony Third Degree 2,065
Felony Second Degree 217
Felony First Degree 24

Related Charges in Pinellas County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 21,661 74.6% 1.4%
Other 20,743 13.9% 0.4%
Traffic Offense 18,743 72.7% 1.6%
DUI 7,725 97.6% 0.8%
Trespassing 7,608 87.5% 4.2%
Larceny / Theft 7,002 75.4% 2.3%
Resisting Officer 4,980 77.8% 1.4%
Fraud 2,792 73.2% 4.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Pinellas County?
The guilty rate is 56.4% based on 5,805 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Pinellas County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.3% 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 Pinellas County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $167.69.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
7.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pinellas 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 · 5,805 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026