Criminal Mischief in Citrus County, Florida

218
Total Cases
75.7%
Guilty Rate
11.9%
Withheld Rate
0.9%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 218 Criminal Mischief cases in Citrus County (2023-2025), 75.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.9% had adjudication withheld, and 0.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 3 months, with an average fine of $373.67. 7.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 48.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
75.7% (165)
Withheld
11.9% (26)
Diversion
10.1% (22)
Dismissed
0.9% (2)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence
3.3 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$373.67
Avg Fine
11.5%
Prison Rate
34.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 76 3.8 months
State Prison Facility 25 4.1 years

Counsel Analysis

105
Public Defender
86.7% guilty · 1.9% dismissed
17
Private Attorney
76.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
83.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Demographics

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 190 75.3% 1.1%
Black 22 81.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

11.0%
Under 21
23.4%
21-29
33.0%
30-39
14.2%
40-49
11.5%
50-59
6.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 75 76.0% 0.0% 1 year, 12 months
2024 78 70.5% 1.3% 1 year
2025 65 81.5% 1.5% 7.3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 93
Misdemeanor Second Degree 65
Felony Third Degree 58
Felony Second Degree 2

Related Charges in Citrus County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 4,548 50.5% 11.7%
Drug Possession 3,206 73.1% 1.2%
Traffic Offense 2,566 67.8% 2.5%
Battery 1,204 60.2% 2.5%
Larceny / Theft 863 74.5% 1.0%
Resisting Officer 714 75.6% 1.4%
DUI 631 99.0% 0.3%
Trespassing 395 85.6% 1.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Citrus County?
The guilty rate is 75.7% based on 218 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Citrus County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.9% 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 Citrus County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 3 months, with an average fine of $373.67.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
48.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Citrus 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 · 218 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026