Escape / Failure to Appear in Pasco County, Florida

330
Total Cases
81.8%
Guilty Rate
14.8%
Withheld Rate
0.6%
Dismissal Rate
2.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 330 Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Pasco County (2023-2025), 81.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 14.8% had adjudication withheld, and 0.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.3 years, with an average fine of $130.24. 17.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 65.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
81.8% (270)
Withheld
14.8% (49)
Diversion
1.2% (4)
Dismissed
0.6% (2)
Acquitted
0.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.3 years
Avg Sentence
1 year, 11 months
Median Sentence
2.3 years
Avg Probation
$130.24
Avg Fine
42.7%
Prison Rate
19.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 141 3.1 years
County Jail 63 8.9 months

Counsel Analysis

216
Public Defender
78.7% guilty · 0.9% dismissed
56
Private Attorney
87.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
43
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
93.0% 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 249 81.5% 0.4%
Black 78 82.1% 1.3%

Age Distribution

3.9%
Under 21
20.6%
21-29
36.1%
30-39
21.5%
40-49
12.4%
50-59
5.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 91 80.2% 0.0% 2.5 years
2024 123 83.7% 0.8% 2.2 years
2025 116 81.0% 0.9% 2.4 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 311
Misdemeanor First Degree 12
Felony Second Degree 7

Related Charges in Pasco County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 8,302 76.1% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 6,884 66.2% 0.5%
Battery 4,014 57.2% 1.8%
Larceny / Theft 3,547 66.7% 0.7%
Other 2,290 53.8% 1.1%
Resisting Officer 2,194 76.4% 1.1%
DUI 2,016 96.2% 2.5%
Trespassing 1,581 77.7% 3.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Escape / Failure to Appear in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 81.8% based on 330 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.8% 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 Pasco County?
The average sentence is 2.3 years, with an average fine of $130.24.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
65.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 17.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 330 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026