Disorderly Conduct in Hardee County, Florida

50
Total Cases
80.0%
Guilty Rate
10.0%
Withheld Rate
6.0%
Dismissal Rate
1.7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 50 Disorderly Conduct cases in Hardee County (2023-2025), 80.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.0% had adjudication withheld, and 6.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.7 months, with an average fine of $176.78. 4.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 58.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.0% (40)
Withheld
10.0% (5)
Diversion
4.0% (2)
Dismissed
6.0% (3)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.7 months
Avg Sentence
1.1 months
Median Sentence
6.1 months
Avg Probation
$176.78
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
50.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 25 1.6 months

Counsel Analysis

29
Public Defender
79.3% guilty · 10.3% 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 32 84.4% 9.4%
Black 13 61.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

8.0%
Under 21
10.0%
21-29
34.0%
30-39
20.0%
40-49
20.0%
50-59
8.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 10 80.0% 10.0% 1.1 months
2024 17 64.7% 5.9% 1.1 months
2025 23 91.3% 4.3% 2.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 48
Misdemeanor First Degree 2

Related Charges in Hardee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,107 56.1% 13.6%
Drug Possession 628 78.5% 1.0%
Other 292 67.8% 10.3%
Battery 243 62.1% 11.1%
Resisting Officer 209 80.4% 2.9%
Trespassing 153 51.0% 17.0%
Larceny / Theft 144 68.8% 6.9%
DUI 124 98.4% 1.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Hardee County?
The guilty rate is 80.0% based on 50 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Hardee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.0% 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 Disorderly Conduct in Hardee County?
The average sentence is 1.7 months, with an average fine of $176.78.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hardee 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 · 50 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026