Burglary in Leon County, Florida

691
Total Cases
71.2%
Guilty Rate
10.1%
Withheld Rate
1.3%
Dismissal Rate
2.6 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 691 Burglary cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 71.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.1% had adjudication withheld, and 1.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.6 years. 20.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 61.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
71.2% (492)
Withheld
10.1% (70)
Diversion
3.0% (21)
Dismissed
1.3% (9)
Acquitted
1.0% (7)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.6 years
Avg Sentence
1 year
Median Sentence
2.8 years
Avg Probation
37.2%
Prison Rate
38.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 269 6.8 months
State Prison Facility 257 4.8 years

Counsel Analysis

422
Public Defender
67.5% guilty · 1.9% dismissed
140
Private Attorney
74.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
129
Conflict Counsel
79.8% guilty · 0.8% 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
Black 501 70.3% 1.6%
White 189 74.1% 0.5%

Age Distribution

13.7%
Under 21
30.0%
21-29
27.9%
30-39
16.5%
40-49
8.4%
50-59
3.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 271 72.3% 0.7% 3.0 years
2024 234 68.4% 3.0% 2.5 years
2025 186 73.1% 0.0% 2.3 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL Third Degree 416
NULL Second Degree 144
NULL First Degree 125
NULL Life 6

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Burglary in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 71.2% based on 691 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Burglary in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.1% 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 Burglary in Leon County?
The average sentence is 2.6 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
61.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 20.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 691 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026