Child Abuse / Neglect in St. Johns County, Florida
62 cases (2025) · St. Johns County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Child Abuse and Neglect defendants in St. Johns County experienced moderate outcomes. The guilty rate of 46.8% was below statewide patterns, while withheld adjudications (27.4%) and diversion programs (25.8%) together accounted for most non-guilty resolutions. Zero dismissals align with this charge category's prosecution patterns, suggesting these charges rarely evaporate.
Confinement affected 32.3% of defendants, but with minimal prison (6.5%) and jail sentences averaging 214 days. Median jail was 136 days. Probation averaged 804 days. Public defenders represented 45.2%, reflecting moderate economic diversity among defendants. This county's judicial approach leans toward rehabilitation over incapacitation.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 46.8% of 62 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 62 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 36 | 4.2 months |
| State Prison Facility | 20 | 3.4 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Child Abuse / Neglect sentencing in St. Johns County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Child Abuse / Neglect in St. Johns County?
The guilty rate is 46.8% based on 62 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Child Abuse / Neglect in St. Johns County?
Adjudication is withheld in 27.4% 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 Child Abuse / Neglect in St. Johns County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 7.1 months (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
45.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 16.1% retain private counsel (2025).
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 | 41 | 41.5% | 0.0% |
| Black | 20 | 55.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 76 | 48.7% | 0.0% | 2.3 years |
| 2024 | 79 | 29.1% | 3.8% | 1 year, 2 months |
| 2025 | 62 | 46.8% | 0.0% | 7.1 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 90 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 68 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 54 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 3 |
| Felony | First Degree | 2 |
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 | 831 | 59.9% | 2.6% |
| Other | 600 | 59.5% | 10.5% |
| Larceny / Theft | 613 | 61.5% | 4.1% |
| Battery | 594 | 43.1% | 2.5% |
| DUI | 374 | 92.5% | 4.5% |
| Trespassing | 285 | 77.2% | 4.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 321 | 63.9% | 3.1% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Child Abuse / Neglect in St. Johns County, Florida (2025). Based on 62 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/child-abuse-neglect/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 · 62 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com