Burglary in St. Johns County, Florida
107 cases (2025) · St. Johns County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, St. Johns County convicted 72.9% of burglary defendants, but the 22.4% withheld adjudication rate (guilt found, no formal conviction) was the highest observed across counties—well above the statewide 13.1%. This outcome shields defendants from future collateral consequences. Zero dismissals occurred compared to 1.5% statewide, and diversion was minimal at 1.9% versus the statewide 10.3%.
Sentences averaged 898 days, but the median was substantially lower at 364 days, indicating wide variation. Only 29.9% received prison time—relatively lenient—while 34.6% received jail. Probation averaged 1,369 days. With 60.7% represented by public defenders and minimal fines, most defendants were economically disadvantaged but benefited from the county's higher use of withheld adjudication.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 72.9% of 107 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 107 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 | 126 | 4.7 years |
| County Jail | 113 | 9.2 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Burglary sentencing in St. Johns 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 | 52 | 84.6% | 0.0% |
| Black | 39 | 74.4% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 105 | 82.9% | 1.0% | 2.1 years |
| 2024 | 125 | 66.4% | 0.8% | 3.8 years |
| 2025 | 107 | 72.9% | 0.0% | 2.5 years |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 242 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 65 |
| Felony | NULL | 27 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 3 |
Related Charges in St. Johns County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 2,234 | 38.7% | 4.6% |
| Drug Possession | 833 | 59.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 599 | 59.4% | 10.5% |
| Larceny / Theft | 612 | 61.4% | 4.1% |
| Battery | 592 | 42.9% | 2.5% |
| DUI | 374 | 92.5% | 4.5% |
| Trespassing | 284 | 77.1% | 4.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 321 | 63.9% | 3.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Burglary in St. Johns County?
The guilty rate is 72.9% based on 107 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Burglary in St. Johns County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.4% 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 St. Johns County?
The average sentence is 2.5 years, with an average fine of $3 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
60.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 15.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Burglary in St. Johns County, Florida (2025). Based on 107 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/burglary/st-johns
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Johns 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 · 107 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com