Criminal Mischief in Leon County, Florida

726
Total Cases
44.4%
Guilty Rate
19.6%
Withheld Rate
3.3%
Dismissal Rate
7.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 726 Criminal Mischief cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 44.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.6% had adjudication withheld, and 3.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 7.3 months. 18.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 63.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
44.4% (322)
Withheld
19.6% (142)
Diversion
18.5% (134)
Dismissed
3.3% (24)
Acquitted
0.4% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

7.3 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 4 months
Avg Probation
4.0%
Prison Rate
50.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 367 2.9 months
State Prison Facility 29 5.1 years

Counsel Analysis

463
Public Defender
45.6% guilty · 3.9% dismissed
132
Private Attorney
39.4% guilty · 1.5% dismissed
96
Conflict Counsel
54.2% guilty · 1.0% dismissed
35
Self or Unrepresented
20.0% guilty · 8.6% 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 489 44.8% 3.3%
White 236 43.6% 3.4%

Age Distribution

11.4%
Under 21
34.4%
21-29
28.7%
30-39
15.4%
40-49
6.3%
50-59
3.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 278 44.6% 4.7% 8.6 months
2024 211 39.8% 3.3% 3.7 months
2025 237 48.1% 1.7% 8.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL First Degree 373
NULL Second Degree 213
NULL Third Degree 140

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 44.4% based on 726 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.6% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 7.3 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
63.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 18.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 726 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026