Disorderly Conduct in Pasco County, Florida
317 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Pasco County prosecuted 317 disorderly conduct cases with markedly defense-favorable outcomes. Nearly half (49.2%) resulted in withheld adjudication, far exceeding the 25.2% statewide average, while 43.5% resulted in guilty convictions. Dismissals (2.5%) tracked statewide, and diversion was used in 3.8% of cases versus 7.8% statewide.
Confinement was minimal at 2.2% jail. Sentences averaged 28.3 days (median 24 days). Probation averaged 205.6 days. Fines were higher at $354.86. Two-thirds had public defender representation.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeAdjudication withheld — 49.2% of 317 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 317 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 | 1.1 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Disorderly Conduct sentencing in Pasco 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 | 244 | 40.6% | 2.9% |
| Black | 54 | 57.4% | 0.0% |
| Not Available | 12 | 16.7% | 8.3% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 302 | 51.3% | 0.7% | 1.2 months |
| 2024 | 286 | 50.7% | 0.0% | 1.1 months |
| 2025 | 317 | 43.5% | 2.5% | 28 days |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 902 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 3 |
Related Charges in Pasco County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,788 | 75.3% | 0.4% |
| Traffic Offense | 2,250 | 69.2% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 1,446 | 52.2% | 2.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,264 | 64.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 756 | 54.5% | 0.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 788 | 76.0% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 718 | 95.8% | 2.4% |
| Trespassing | 519 | 73.4% | 4.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 43.5% based on 317 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 49.2% 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 Pasco County?
The average sentence is 28 days, with an average fine of $355 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
65.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 27.8% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Disorderly Conduct in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 317 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/disorderly-conduct/pasco
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 317 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com