Criminal Mischief in Gadsden County, Florida

18
Total Cases
44.4%
Guilty Rate
22.2%
Withheld Rate
11.1%
Dismissal Rate
0 days
Avg Sentence

Based on 18 Criminal Mischief cases in Gadsden County (2023-2025), 44.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 22.2% had adjudication withheld, and 11.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 0 days. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 66.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
44.4% (8)
Withheld
22.2% (4)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
11.1% (2)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Counsel Analysis

12
Public Defender
25.0% guilty · 16.7% dismissed
5
Self or Unrepresented
80.0% 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
Black 16 43.8% 12.5%

Age Distribution

11.1%
Under 21
5.6%
21-29
44.4%
30-39
22.2%
40-49
11.1%
50-59
5.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 9 44.4% 0.0% 0 days
2024 7 57.1% 28.6% 0 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 8
Felony Third Degree 5
Misdemeanor Second Degree 5

Related Charges in Gadsden County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 140 47.1% 11.4%
Drug Possession 104 65.4% 3.8%
Trespassing 89 37.1% 53.9%
Battery 79 59.5% 21.5%
Larceny / Theft 63 46.0% 30.2%
Resisting Officer 58 55.2% 20.7%
Other 41 53.7% 7.3%
Fraud 24 83.3% 4.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Gadsden County?
The guilty rate is 44.4% based on 18 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Gadsden County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.2% 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 Gadsden County?
The average sentence is 0 days.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
66.7% 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 Gadsden 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 · 18 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026