Criminal Mischief in Pasco County, Florida
295 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Pasco County pursued a balanced approach to criminal mischief prosecutions, emphasizing diversion and withheld adjudication over conviction. Guilty verdicts reached 56.3%, the lowest among major counties, while 20.7% resulted in withheld adjudication—above the statewide average of 17.1%. Notably, 14.9% were diverted—more than double the statewide rate of 6.8%. This pattern suggests a State Attorney office prioritizing rehabilitation and deferred prosecution over traditional conviction.
Sentences extended moderately. The median jail term was 181.5 days; average sentences reached 472 days. Probation averaged 597 days, with fines averaging $183. Confinement was limited: 12.2% faced jail and 4.1% faced prison. Most defendants (63.4%) relied on public defenders, with 23.4% using private counsel—indicating relatively higher private representation than other counties.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 56.3% of 295 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 295 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 | 123 | 5.3 months |
| State Prison Facility | 46 | 3.3 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Criminal Mischief sentencing in Pasco 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 | 256 | 57.4% | 0.4% |
| Black | 33 | 54.5% | 3.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 298 | 62.4% | 1.0% | 1 year, 3 months |
| 2024 | 289 | 60.2% | 1.4% | 1 year, 1 months |
| 2025 | 295 | 56.3% | 0.7% | 1 year, 4 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 410 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 243 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 227 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 2 |
Related Charges in Pasco County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,788 | 75.3% | 0.4% |
| Traffic Offense | 2,250 | 69.2% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 1,446 | 52.2% | 2.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,264 | 64.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 756 | 54.5% | 0.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 788 | 76.0% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 718 | 95.8% | 2.4% |
| Trespassing | 519 | 73.4% | 4.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 56.3% based on 295 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.7% 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 Pasco County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $183 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
63.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 23.4% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Criminal Mischief in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 295 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/criminal-mischief/pasco
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 295 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com