Escape / Failure to Appear in Putnam County, Florida

20
Total Cases
90.0%
Guilty Rate
10.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 20 Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Putnam County (2023-2025), 90.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.3 years, with an average fine of $1,000. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 5.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.0% (18)
Withheld
10.0% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.3 years
Avg Sentence
2.8 years
Median Sentence
3.3 years
Avg Probation
$1,000
Avg Fine
65.0%
Prison Rate
15.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 13 2.8 years
County Jail 3 5.6 months

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 12 83.3% 0.0%

Age Distribution

10.0%
Under 21
15.0%
21-29
35.0%
30-39
35.0%
40-49
5.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2024 9 77.8% 0.0% 1 year, 11 months
2025 9 100.0% 0.0% 2.5 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 17
Felony Second Degree 3

Related Charges in Putnam County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 2,785 76.9% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 2,201 63.8% 0.2%
Battery 934 63.2% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 788 79.9% 0.4%
Other 641 70.0% 0.6%
Resisting Officer 638 84.8% 0.2%
Trespassing 337 90.5% 0.3%
Fraud 265 68.7% 0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Escape / Failure to Appear in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 90.0% based on 20 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.0% 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 2.3 years, with an average fine of $1,000.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
5.0% 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 Putnam 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