Burglary in Putnam County, Florida
57 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Putnam County achieved a 98.2% guilty verdict rate in burglary cases—the highest observed across Florida. There were zero dismissals, zero withheld adjudications (where guilt could have been found without formal conviction), and no diversion programs, creating no pathway to avoid conviction. Only 1.8% of defendants were acquitted. This represents extreme prosecution and conviction severity.
Confinement was severe: 75.4% received prison sentences (the highest rate) averaging 1,159 days, with an additional 12.3% receiving jail time. Probation averaged 1,305 days. Private counsel appeared in only 7.0% of cases, while 45.6% were represented by public defenders, indicating economically disadvantaged defendants in the county's harshest criminal justice environment.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 98.2% of 57 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 57 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 109 | 3.8 years |
| County Jail | 25 | 1 year, 5 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Burglary sentencing in Putnam County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 29 | 96.6% | 0.0% |
| Black | 26 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 60 | 83.3% | 0.0% | 3.3 years |
| 2024 | 54 | 85.2% | 0.0% | 3.8 years |
| 2025 | 57 | 98.2% | 0.0% | 3.2 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 103 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 53 |
| Felony | First Degree | 11 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 4 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Burglary in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 98.2% based on 57 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Burglary in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% of cases (2025). 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 3.2 years (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
45.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Burglary in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 57 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/burglary/putnam
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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 · 57 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com