Escape / Failure to Appear in Hillsborough County, Florida

29
Total Cases
86.2%
Guilty Rate
6.9%
Withheld Rate
3.4%
Dismissal Rate
2.7 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 29 Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Hillsborough County (2023-2025), 86.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 6.9% had adjudication withheld, and 3.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.7 years, with an average fine of $0.01. 65.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 34.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
86.2% (25)
Withheld
6.9% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
3.4% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.7 years
Avg Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Median Sentence
2.8 years
Avg Probation
$0.01
Avg Fine
48.3%
Prison Rate
37.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 14 4.0 years
County Jail 11 10.6 months

Counsel Analysis

19
Private Attorney
89.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
10
Public Defender
80.0% guilty · 10.0% 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 16 81.2% 6.2%
Black 13 92.3% 0.0%

Age Distribution

3.4%
Under 21
31.0%
21-29
41.4%
30-39
13.8%
40-49
6.9%
50-59
3.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 16 87.5% 6.2% 2.9 years
2024 5 80.0% 0.0% 3.5 years
2025 8 87.5% 0.0% 1 year, 9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 25
Felony Third Degree 4

Related Charges in Hillsborough County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 37,086 47.5% 7.8%
Drug Possession 17,469 71.8% 1.9%
Larceny / Theft 10,966 66.7% 3.3%
Sex Offense 9,729 84.7% 1.9%
Battery 8,519 50.8% 4.0%
Trespassing 8,436 80.1% 8.7%
Resisting Officer 7,753 69.9% 3.7%
Other 7,045 68.8% 6.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Escape / Failure to Appear in Hillsborough County?
The guilty rate is 86.2% based on 29 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Hillsborough County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.9% 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 Hillsborough County?
The average sentence is 2.7 years, with an average fine of $0.01.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
34.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 65.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hillsborough 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 · 29 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026