Battery in St. Lucie County, Florida

1,919
Total Cases
59.7%
Guilty Rate
16.7%
Withheld Rate
8.3%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,919 Battery cases in St. Lucie County (2023-2025), 59.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.7% had adjudication withheld, and 8.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $662.91. 19.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 30.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
59.7% (1,145)
Withheld
16.7% (320)
Diversion
8.6% (165)
Dismissed
8.3% (159)
Acquitted
2.0% (39)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence
7.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$662.91
Avg Fine
14.1%
Prison Rate
33.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 647 5.3 months
State Prison Facility 271 4.2 years

Counsel Analysis

576
Public Defender
49.3% guilty · 12.2% dismissed
364
Private Attorney
53.0% guilty · 4.7% dismissed
96
Conflict Counsel
70.8% guilty · 17.7% dismissed
31
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
87.1% 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 887 58.4% 8.8%
Black 761 62.4% 9.1%
Not Available 21 66.7% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.8%
Under 21
27.6%
21-29
30.3%
30-39
19.8%
40-49
9.5%
50-59
6.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 642 63.4% 8.6% 1 year, 2 months
2024 662 63.9% 5.3% 1 year, 10 months
2025 615 51.2% 11.2% 1 year, 9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,087
Felony Third Degree 715
Felony Second Degree 96
Felony First Degree 18
Misdemeanor Second Degree 2
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Related Charges in St. Lucie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,553 73.5% 7.8%
Traffic Offense 2,435 83.4% 0.4%
Larceny / Theft 1,859 79.2% 2.0%
Other 1,570 74.3% 8.0%
DUI 1,559 98.5% 0.4%
Resisting Officer 1,213 81.7% 4.7%
Fraud 992 65.6% 4.0%
Trespassing 686 76.2% 9.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in St. Lucie County?
The guilty rate is 59.7% based on 1,919 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in St. Lucie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.7% 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 St. Lucie County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $662.91.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
30.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 19.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Lucie 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 · 1,919 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026