Battery in Sumter County, Florida

1,047
Total Cases
64.5%
Guilty Rate
19.4%
Withheld Rate
0.6%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,047 Battery cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), 64.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.4% had adjudication withheld, and 0.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $504.41. 16.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 58.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
64.5% (675)
Withheld
19.4% (203)
Diversion
11.2% (117)
Dismissed
0.6% (6)
Acquitted
1.9% (20)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 10 months
Avg Probation
$504.41
Avg Fine
16.0%
Prison Rate
23.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 249 5.9 months
State Prison Facility 168 3.9 years

Counsel Analysis

608
Public Defender
71.4% guilty · 0.2% dismissed
175
Private Attorney
26.3% guilty · 1.7% dismissed
29
Self or Unrepresented
41.4% 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 728 63.3% 0.7%
Black 219 72.6% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.2%
Under 21
22.3%
21-29
30.7%
30-39
18.1%
40-49
11.3%
50-59
11.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 341 63.6% 0.3% 2.3 years
2024 366 64.8% 0.0% 1 year, 7 months
2025 340 65.0% 1.5% 1 year, 7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 569
Felony Third Degree 422
Felony Second Degree 48
Felony First Degree 8

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 543 84.7% 0.0%
DUI 510 99.0% 0.2%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%
Drug Sale 255 94.9% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 64.5% based on 1,047 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.4% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $504.41.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 16.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 1,047 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026