Disorderly Conduct in Hernando County, Florida
38 cases (2025) · Hernando County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, disorderly conduct cases in Hernando County resulted in convictions (guilty findings) in 60.5% of cases, with adjudication withheld in 26.3%. Hernando's dismissal rate of 5.3% was more than twice the statewide average of 2.3%, suggesting the local State Attorney's office or courts in this circuit take a more lenient approach to minor disorderly conduct charges compared to other Florida counties.
Defendants received an average sentence of 14.3 days, though the median sentence was just 3 days, reflecting substantial variation. Most cases included probation averaging about 206 days. Over one-third of defendants served jail time, with fines averaging $176. More than half of defendants were represented by public defenders.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 60.5% of 38 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 38 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 | 34 | 25 days |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Disorderly Conduct sentencing in Hernando County.
Counsel Analysis (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 | 29 | 58.6% | 6.9% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 29 | 65.5% | 0.0% | 22 days |
| 2024 | 20 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 1.4 months |
| 2025 | 38 | 60.5% | 5.3% | 14 days |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 81 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 6 |
Related Charges in Hernando County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 1,104 | 70.0% | 2.7% |
| Larceny / Theft | 601 | 52.7% | 1.3% |
| Traffic Offense | 839 | 73.8% | 0.4% |
| Battery | 441 | 54.2% | 2.3% |
| Other | 419 | 63.0% | 2.4% |
| Resisting Officer | 286 | 75.5% | 1.0% |
| Trespassing | 228 | 88.2% | 1.3% |
| DUI | 226 | 97.3% | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Hernando County?
The guilty rate is 60.5% based on 38 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Hernando County?
Adjudication is withheld in 26.3% 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 Disorderly Conduct in Hernando County?
The average sentence is 14 days, with an average fine of $176 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
55.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Disorderly Conduct in Hernando County, Florida (2025). Based on 38 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/disorderly-conduct/hernando
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hernando 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 · 38 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com