Burglary in Suwannee County, Florida
74 cases (2023-2025) · Suwannee County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
From 2023 to 2025, Burglary in Suwannee County resulted in convictions in 93.2% of cases, among the highest conviction rates in Florida. No dismissals or acquittals occurred across 74 cases during this three-year period, far below the 1.5% statewide dismissal rate. The circuit used no diversion programs, suggesting an exclusively conviction-focused prosecution strategy in the Third Judicial Circuit.
Suwannee imposed the longest sentences observed: the median term exceeded two years, with average probation exceeding four years. Prison confinement affected 66.2% of defendants, the highest prison rate documented. Very few defendants had private counsel (6.8%), indicating extreme economic disadvantage in the defendant population.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 74 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 93.2% of 74 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 74 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 49 | 4.6 years |
| County Jail | 1 | 1.2 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Burglary sentencing in Suwannee County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Burglary in Suwannee County?
The guilty rate is 93.2% based on 74 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Burglary in Suwannee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.8% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Suwannee County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 4.5 years, with an average fine of $591 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
48.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.8% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 68 | 92.6% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 31 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 7.2 years |
| 2024 | 21 | 95.2% | 0.0% | 2.4 years |
| 2025 | 22 | 81.8% | 0.0% | 3.3 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 56 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 13 |
| Felony | First Degree | 4 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 1 |
Related Charges in Suwannee County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 247 | 92.3% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 121 | 87.6% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 64 | 90.6% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 38 | 86.8% | 2.6% |
| Battery | 124 (2023-2025) | 83.9% | 3.2% |
| Other | 32 | 93.8% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 43 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 32 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Burglary in Suwannee County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 74 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/burglary/suwannee
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Suwannee 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 · 74 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com