Criminal Mischief in Putnam County, Florida
57 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Putnam County prosecuted criminal mischief with conviction focus: 77.2% of defendants were found guilty, while 12.3% received withheld adjudication—well below the statewide withheld rate of 17.1%. Notably, acquittals occurred in 3.5% of cases, among the highest rates observed. Dismissals (1.8%) and diversion (5.3%) remained below statewide averages, suggesting limited prosecutorial flexibility.
Of those convicted, average confinement reached 218 days, with a median of 60 days indicating clustering at shorter jail terms. Probation sentences averaged 618 days—over 20 months of supervision. More than half of defendants (61.4% combined jail and prison) faced carceral sanctions. Counsel assignment shows 38.6% with public defenders and just 3.5% with private counsel, typical of rural Florida counties.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 77.2% of 57 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 57 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 136 | 2.8 months |
| State Prison Facility | 28 | 2.7 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Criminal Mischief sentencing in Putnam County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 77.2% based on 57 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.3% 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 Putnam County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 7.3 months, with an average fine of $84 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
38.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.5% retain private counsel (2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
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 | 32 | 71.9% | 3.1% |
| Black | 21 | 81.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 96 | 79.2% | 0.0% | 10.3 months |
| 2024 | 106 | 77.4% | 0.9% | 6.1 months |
| 2025 | 57 | 77.2% | 1.8% | 7.3 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 100 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 99 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 60 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 989 | 77.7% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 237 | 60.3% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 181 | 80.1% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Criminal Mischief in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 57 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/criminal-mischief/putnam
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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 · 57 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com