Fraud in Bradford County, Florida
49 cases (2023-2025) · Bradford County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Fraud cases in Bradford County result in guilty verdicts in nearly 90 percent of prosecutions, substantially higher than the statewide guilty rate and reflective of selective charging practices by the local State Attorney's office. The county shows no dismissals and no diversion opportunities, contrasting sharply with statewide patterns where 2.3 percent of fraud cases are dismissed and 7.1 percent are diverted through pre-trial programs. Adjudication withheld occurs in only 8.2 percent of Bradford cases compared to 19.7 percent statewide, meaning most defendants face formal conviction records rather than the alternative outcome available elsewhere in Florida.
Sentencing in Bradford fraud prosecutions leans toward incarceration. Over half of defendants spend time in jail, while nearly a quarter receive prison sentences. The median sentence of 270 days contrasts with an average of 518 days, indicating some cases receive substantially longer terms. Probation averages 887 days when imposed. One-quarter of defendants are represented by public defenders, suggesting limited private counsel involvement in these cases.
Figures cover 49 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Fraud charge in Bradford County makes it in front of a judge. Of 66 prosecutor decisions on Fraud charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 13.6% — below the 33.7% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 89.8% of 49 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 49 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 26 | 5.0 months |
| State Prison Facility | 12 | 3.6 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Fraud sentencing in Bradford County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 28 | 96.4% | 0.0% |
| Black | 18 | 77.8% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 15 | 93.3% | 0.0% | 11.1 months |
| 2024 | 16 | 87.5% | 0.0% | 10.5 months |
| 2025 | 18 | 88.9% | 0.0% | 2.2 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 21 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 19 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 5 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 3 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Bradford County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 235 | 76.2% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 154 | 88.3% | 0.6% |
| Battery | 76 | 80.3% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 75 | 94.7% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 48 | 93.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 48 | 66.7% | 27.1% |
| DUI | 70 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 32 | 87.5% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Fraud in Bradford County?
The guilty rate is 89.8% based on 49 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in Bradford County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.2% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Fraud in Bradford County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $150 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
28.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Fraud in Bradford County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 49 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/fraud/bradford
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Bradford 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 · 49 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com