Criminal Mischief in Brevard County, Florida

206
Total Cases
58.7%
Guilty Rate
29.6%
Withheld Rate
1.5%
Dismissal Rate
4.5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 206 Criminal Mischief cases in Brevard County (2023-2025), 58.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 29.6% had adjudication withheld, and 1.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.5 months. 4.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 25.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
58.7% (121)
Withheld
29.6% (61)
Diversion
4.9% (10)
Dismissed
1.5% (3)
Acquitted
0.5% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.5 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Avg Probation
1.5%
Prison Rate
39.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 81 3.1 months
State Prison Facility 3 3.6 years

Counsel Analysis

53
Public Defender
56.6% guilty · 1.9% dismissed
9
Private Attorney
55.6% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
75.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Age Distribution

6.8%
Under 21
33.2%
21-29
26.8%
30-39
18.5%
40-49
9.8%
50-59
4.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 74 56.8% 1.4% 2.5 months
2024 58 67.2% 1.7% 5.8 months
2025 74 54.1% 1.4% 5.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 206

Related Charges in Brevard County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,553 68.7% 1.7%
Other 3,158 28.3% 29.4%
Drug Possession 2,070 72.5% 0.8%
Larceny / Theft 1,623 65.6% 0.6%
DUI 1,533 59.7% 0.9%
Trespassing 1,103 83.7% 0.6%
Battery 1,080 59.7% 2.1%
Contempt of Court 1,011 11.4% 84.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Brevard County?
The guilty rate is 58.7% based on 206 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Brevard County?
Adjudication is withheld in 29.6% 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 Criminal Mischief in Brevard County?
The average sentence is 4.5 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
25.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Brevard 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 · 206 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026