Escape / Failure to Appear in Orange County, Florida

20
Total Cases
60.0%
Guilty Rate
20.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
7.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 20 Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Orange County (2023-2025), 60.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 7.9 months. 30.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 70.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
60.0% (12)
Withheld
20.0% (4)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

7.9 months
Avg Sentence
5.5 months
Median Sentence
2.4 years
Avg Probation
10.0%
Prison Rate
50.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 10 5.7 months
State Prison Facility 2 1 year, 7 months

Counsel Analysis

14
Public Defender
57.1% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Private Attorney
66.7% 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 11 54.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
50.0%
21-29
25.0%
30-39
15.0%
40-49
10.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 8 62.5% 0.0% 5.9 months
2024 6 83.3% 0.0% 9.0 months
2025 6 33.3% 0.0% 8.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 17
Felony Third Degree 3

Related Charges in Orange County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 19,880 20.8% 31.3%
Drug Possession 9,214 67.6% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,081 56.3% 2.6%
Other 4,160 34.8% 8.1%
DUI 4,013 49.9% 2.4%
Battery 3,807 43.6% 5.4%
Trespassing 3,759 66.1% 6.5%
Resisting Officer 3,107 59.1% 3.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Escape / Failure to Appear in Orange County?
The guilty rate is 60.0% based on 20 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Orange County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.0% 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 Orange County?
The average sentence is 7.9 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
70.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 30.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Orange 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 · 20 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026