Escape / Failure to Appear in Broward County, Florida

12
Total Cases
83.3%
Guilty Rate
8.3%
Withheld Rate
8.3%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 12 Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Broward County (2023-2025), 83.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.3% had adjudication withheld, and 8.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 11 months. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
83.3% (10)
Withheld
8.3% (1)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
8.3% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Median Sentence
5.8 years
Avg Probation
58.3%
Prison Rate
8.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 7 2.1 years
County Jail 1 6.0 months

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
50.0%
21-29
25.0%
30-39
25.0%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 11
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Broward County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 20,241 20.4% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,143 61.5% 1.1%
Drug Possession 5,290 56.2% 7.8%
Resisting Officer 4,126 51.8% 3.0%
Trespassing 3,442 51.5% 3.2%
Other 3,123 32.6% 26.9%
Battery 2,519 51.1% 5.5%
DUI 2,395 83.5% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Escape / Failure to Appear in Broward County?
The guilty rate is 83.3% based on 12 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Broward County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.3% 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 Escape / Failure to Appear in Broward County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 11 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% 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 Broward 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 · 12 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026