Criminal Mischief in Union County, Florida

25
Total Cases
80.0%
Guilty Rate
16.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 25 Criminal Mischief cases in Union County (2023-2025), 80.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 2 months. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 48.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.0% (20)
Withheld
16.0% (4)
Diversion
4.0% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
2.1 years
Avg Probation
12.0%
Prison Rate
28.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 7 1.8 months
State Prison Facility 3 3.5 years

Counsel Analysis

12
Public Defender
83.3% 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 23 82.6% 0.0%

Age Distribution

28.0%
Under 21
16.0%
21-29
32.0%
30-39
12.0%
40-49
12.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 9 77.8% 0.0% 1 year, 10 months
2024 10 70.0% 0.0% 2.0 months
2025 6 100.0% 0.0% 1.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 10
Misdemeanor Second Degree 8
Felony Third Degree 7

Related Charges in Union County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 183 85.2% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 166 98.2% 0.0%
Other 160 67.5% 0.6%
Battery 102 75.5% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 85 84.7% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 70 91.4% 0.0%
Trespassing 31 100.0% 0.0%
Burglary 30 76.7% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Union County?
The guilty rate is 80.0% based on 25 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Union County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.0% 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 Union County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 2 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
48.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Union 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 · 25 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026