Criminal Mischief in Dixie County, Florida

25
Total Cases
72.0%
Guilty Rate
16.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 25 Criminal Mischief cases in Dixie County (2023-2025), 72.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 3 months, with an average fine of $175.00. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 28.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
72.0% (18)
Withheld
16.0% (4)
Diversion
12.0% (3)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence
5.3 months
Median Sentence
2.3 years
Avg Probation
$175.00
Avg Fine
16.0%
Prison Rate
48.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 12 5.6 months
State Prison Facility 4 3.8 years

Counsel Analysis

7
Public Defender
28.6% 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 23 73.9% 0.0%

Age Distribution

4.0%
Under 21
32.0%
21-29
32.0%
30-39
20.0%
40-49
12.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 8 87.5% 0.0% 1 year, 2 months
2024 8 75.0% 0.0% 1 year, 5 months
2025 9 55.6% 0.0% 1 year, 3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 11
Felony Third Degree 9
Misdemeanor First Degree 5

Related Charges in Dixie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 599 73.5% 0.2%
Other 194 57.2% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 191 74.3% 2.1%
Larceny / Theft 97 85.6% 0.0%
Drug Sale 82 91.5% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 76 88.2% 0.0%
Battery 69 78.3% 0.0%
Burglary 67 86.6% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Dixie County?
The guilty rate is 72.0% based on 25 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Dixie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.0% 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 Dixie County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 3 months, with an average fine of $175.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
28.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Dixie 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 · 25 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026