Burglary in Liberty County, Florida

In Liberty County, burglary defendants face a conviction-focused prosecution environment. Half of the 12 cases resulted in guilty verdicts, with no cases dismissed and no adjudication withheld—a stark contrast to statewide patterns where 12.9% of burglary cases end in withheld adjudication and 1.5% are dismissed. The absence of dismissals in Liberty County suggests aggressive case management, while the zero withheld rate means defendants found guilty receive formal convictions on their records. Only one case diverted through pre-trial programming, below the statewide diversion rate of 2.1%.

Defendants convicted in Liberty County faced substantial sanctions. Average sentences stretched nearly 3.6 years, with median sentences exceeding 4 years—substantially longer than typical outcomes elsewhere. One-third received prison time and another quarter received jail sentences, while average probation terms approached three years. Two-thirds of defendants relied on public defenders. The $200 average fine was minimal compared to confinement exposure, reflecting that incarceration rather than financial penalties drove punishment in these cases.

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12
Total Cases
50.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.5 years
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
50.0% (6)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
8.3% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
8.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.5 years
Avg Sentence
4.3 years
Median Sentence
3.0 years
Avg Probation
$200
Avg Fine
33.3%
Prison Rate
25.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 4 4.8 years
County Jail 3 8.8 months

Counsel Analysis

8
Public Defender
50.0% 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 11 45.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
16.7%
21-29
41.7%
30-39
16.7%
40-49
25.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 5
Felony Third Degree 5
Felony First Degree punishable by life 2

Related Charges in Liberty County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 275 69.5% 4.0%
Traffic Offense 200 50.0% 3.0%
Other 125 42.4% 19.2%
Battery 68 51.5% 8.8%
Resisting Officer 52 65.4% 11.5%
Trespassing 42 42.9% 28.6%
Larceny / Theft 34 52.9% 5.9%
Contempt of Court 23 47.8% 17.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Burglary in Liberty County?
The guilty rate is 50.0% based on 12 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Burglary in Liberty County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Liberty County?
The average sentence is 3.5 years, with an average fine of $200.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
66.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Liberty 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 · 12 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026