Criminal Mischief in Putnam County, Florida
58 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Putnam County secured guilty verdicts in 75.9% of criminal mischief cases, the second-highest rate in the sample. Dismissals occurred in 1.7% of prosecutions, slightly below the statewide 2.4%, while adjudication withheld and diversion rates both fell short of statewide norms at 12.1% and 5.2% respectively. This suggests a prosecution-focused approach with limited use of non-conviction alternatives.
Defendants convicted in Putnam faced sentences averaging 218 days, with half receiving two months or less. Jail confinement was the highest in the sample at 53.4% of cases, though probation averaged about 20 months. Prison sentences occurred in 7% of cases. Public defenders handled 38% of cases, while average fines were the lowest in the sample at just $84.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 75.9% of 58 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 58 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 | 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.
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 | 34 | 70.6% | 2.9% |
| Black | 21 | 81.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 96 | 79.2% | 0.0% | 10.3 months |
| 2024 | 106 | 77.4% | 0.9% | 6.1 months |
| 2025 | 58 | 75.9% | 1.7% | 7.3 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 100 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 100 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 60 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 75.9% based on 58 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.1% 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?
The average sentence is 7.3 months, with an average fine of $84 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
37.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.4% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Criminal Mischief in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 58 public court records; last updated July 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 · 58 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com