Criminal Mischief in Santa Rosa County, Florida

359
Total Cases
64.6%
Guilty Rate
25.3%
Withheld Rate
0.8%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 359 Criminal Mischief cases in Santa Rosa County (2023-2025), 64.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 25.3% had adjudication withheld, and 0.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $126.78. 5.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 29.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
64.6% (232)
Withheld
25.3% (91)
Diversion
7.2% (26)
Dismissed
0.8% (3)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$126.78
Avg Fine
8.6%
Prison Rate
40.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 146 7.0 months
State Prison Facility 31 3.5 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 2.0 months

Counsel Analysis

106
Public Defender
69.8% guilty · 1.9% dismissed
27
Self or Unrepresented
51.9% guilty · 3.7% dismissed
18
Private Attorney
38.9% guilty · 0.0% 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
White 287 64.5% 1.0%
Black 62 69.4% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.5%
Under 21
37.9%
21-29
26.2%
30-39
16.7%
40-49
7.8%
50-59
3.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 113 69.0% 0.0% 1 year, 4 months
2024 119 68.9% 1.7% 11.6 months
2025 127 56.7% 0.8% 11.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 136
Misdemeanor Second Degree 119
Felony Third Degree 104

Related Charges in Santa Rosa County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,733 67.7% 2.5%
Drug Possession 3,645 71.8% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 1,802 65.0% 0.3%
Other 1,238 63.4% 3.6%
Battery 1,180 58.2% 0.7%
DUI 1,142 96.0% 1.5%
Resisting Officer 890 73.5% 1.0%
Sex Offense 482 81.7% 9.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Santa Rosa County?
The guilty rate is 64.6% based on 359 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Santa Rosa County?
Adjudication is withheld in 25.3% 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 Santa Rosa County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $126.78.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
29.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Santa Rosa 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 · 359 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026