Burglary in Escambia County, Florida

808
Total Cases
76.2%
Guilty Rate
7.7%
Withheld Rate
7.5%
Dismissal Rate
2.5 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 808 Burglary cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 76.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 7.7% had adjudication withheld, and 7.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.5 years, with an average fine of $521.71. 1.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 4.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
76.2% (616)
Withheld
7.7% (62)
Diversion
1.2% (10)
Dismissed
7.5% (61)
Acquitted
0.9% (7)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.5 years
Avg Sentence
1 year, 11 months
Median Sentence
2.9 years
Avg Probation
$521.71
Avg Fine
19.1%
Prison Rate
8.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 154 3.3 years
County Jail 66 7.4 months
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 3 7.7 years

Counsel Analysis

407
Other
87.2% guilty · 5.7% dismissed
303
Self or Unrepresented
66.0% guilty · 7.9% dismissed
37
Public Defender
62.2% guilty · 10.8% dismissed
20
Conflict Counsel
85.0% guilty · 10.0% dismissed
8
Private Attorney
37.5% 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 466 79.6% 6.9%
Black 324 72.8% 8.0%

Age Distribution

19.1%
Under 21
21.8%
21-29
27.7%
30-39
16.3%
40-49
12.5%
50-59
2.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 299 87.0% 4.7% 2.3 years
2024 280 80.7% 8.9% 2.6 years
2025 229 56.8% 9.6% 2.7 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 421
Felony Third Degree 312
Felony Second Degree 55
Felony First Degree 12
Felony NULL 8

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Burglary in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 76.2% based on 808 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Burglary in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 7.7% 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 Burglary in Escambia County?
The average sentence is 2.5 years, with an average fine of $521.71.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
4.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 808 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026