Criminal Mischief in Martin County, Florida
70 cases (2025) · Martin County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Martin County prosecuted Criminal Mischief firmly across 70 cases, with guilty verdicts reaching 77.1%. Withheld adjudication occurred in 15.7%, near the statewide 17.1%, but diversion programs resolved only 2.9% compared to statewide 6.8%—the lowest diversion rate among measured counties. Dismissals were rare at 1.4%, below the statewide 2.4%.
Sentences were notably severe. Guilty defendants averaged 573.3 days imprisonment with a striking median of 365.5 days—over a year—plus 548 days probation and fines averaging $266.67. Confinement was split evenly between jail (21.4%) and prison (21.4%). Most defendants used public defenders (52.9%) or private counsel (35.7%).
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Criminal Mischief charge in Martin County makes it in front of a judge. Of 254 prosecutor decisions on Criminal Mischief charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 11.0% — below the 31.9% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 77.1% of 70 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 70 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 71 | 5.6 months |
| State Prison Facility | 30 | 2.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Criminal Mischief sentencing in Martin County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 60 | 78.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 61 | 83.6% | 0.0% | 1 year, 8 months |
| 2024 | 84 | 76.2% | 1.2% | 7.7 months |
| 2025 | 70 | 77.1% | 1.4% | 1 year, 7 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 97 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 58 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 58 |
| NULL | NULL | 2 |
Related Charges in Martin County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,952 | 52.3% | 0.3% |
| Drug Possession | 960 | 61.0% | 6.8% |
| Other | 554 | 55.2% | 22.0% |
| DUI | 608 | 98.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 344 | 83.7% | 1.2% |
| Escape / Failure to Appear | 359 | 42.3% | 57.1% |
| Sex Offense | 83 | 91.6% | 1.2% |
| Resisting Officer | 335 | 80.3% | 2.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Martin County?
The guilty rate is 77.1% based on 70 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Martin County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.7% of cases (2025). 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 Martin County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $267 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
52.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 35.7% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Criminal Mischief in Martin County, Florida (2025). Based on 70 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/criminal-mischief/martin
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Martin 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 · 70 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com