Disorderly Conduct in Sumter County, Florida

51
Total Cases
54.9%
Guilty Rate
31.4%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
27 days
Avg Sentence

Based on 51 Disorderly Conduct cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), 54.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 31.4% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 27 days, with an average fine of $216.07. 11.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 41.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
54.9% (28)
Withheld
31.4% (16)
Diversion
11.8% (6)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

27 days
Avg Sentence
10 days
Median Sentence
7.1 months
Avg Probation
$216.07
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
17.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 9 27 days

Counsel Analysis

21
Public Defender
61.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Private Attorney
16.7% 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 32 50.0% 0.0%
Black 12 75.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

23.5%
Under 21
11.8%
21-29
31.4%
30-39
11.8%
40-49
11.8%
50-59
9.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 11 72.7% 0.0% 0 days
2024 17 41.2% 0.0% 1.1 months
2025 23 56.5% 0.0% 26 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 36
Misdemeanor First Degree 15

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Battery 1,047 64.5% 0.6%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 543 84.7% 0.0%
DUI 510 99.0% 0.2%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 54.9% based on 51 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 31.4% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 27 days, with an average fine of $216.07.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
41.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 51 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026