Escape / Failure to Appear in Martin County, Florida

987
Total Cases
44.1%
Guilty Rate
0.5%
Withheld Rate
55.3%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 987 Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Martin County (2023-2025), 44.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.5% had adjudication withheld, and 55.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 2 months. 14.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 57.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
44.1% (435)
Withheld
0.5% (5)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
55.3% (546)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence
4.0 months
Median Sentence
2.0 years
Avg Probation
0.3%
Prison Rate
1.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 12 3.9 months
State Prison Facility 3 4.5 years

Counsel Analysis

567
Public Defender
51.0% guilty · 48.5% dismissed
264
Self or Unrepresented
30.3% guilty · 69.7% dismissed
140
Private Attorney
43.6% guilty · 54.3% dismissed
13
Other
23.1% guilty · 76.9% 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 663 45.1% 54.3%
Black 302 41.4% 57.9%
Not Available 12 33.3% 66.7%

Age Distribution

6.0%
Under 21
28.8%
21-29
30.8%
30-39
19.0%
40-49
9.4%
50-59
6.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 316 43.7% 56.3% 7.5 months
2024 312 46.5% 52.2% 6.6 months
2025 359 42.3% 57.1% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 976
Felony Second Degree 8
NULL First Degree 2
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Martin County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,327 62.3% 0.3%
Drug Possession 2,446 66.6% 6.0%
Other 2,363 36.8% 48.1%
DUI 1,719 99.0% 0.4%
Larceny / Theft 1,077 84.1% 1.0%
Sex Offense 1,072 97.2% 0.3%
Resisting Officer 906 83.9% 1.5%
Probation Violation 828 95.7% 2.9%

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55.3% of Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Martin County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Escape / Failure to Appear in Martin County?
The guilty rate is 44.1% based on 987 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Martin County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.5% 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 Martin County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 2 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
57.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 14.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Martin 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 · 987 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026