Fraud in Charlotte County, Florida

372
Total Cases
78.8%
Guilty Rate
17.7%
Withheld Rate
0.5%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 372 Fraud cases in Charlotte County (2023-2025), 78.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.7% had adjudication withheld, and 0.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $556.29. 19.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
78.8% (293)
Withheld
17.7% (66)
Diversion
2.7% (10)
Dismissed
0.5% (2)
Acquitted
0.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
2.8 years
Avg Probation
$556.29
Avg Fine
11.6%
Prison Rate
40.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 149 5.7 months
State Prison Facility 43 3.3 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 3.0 years

Counsel Analysis

73
Private Attorney
75.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
11
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
100.0% 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 266 79.7% 0.0%
Black 71 71.8% 2.8%

Age Distribution

5.1%
Under 21
24.2%
21-29
35.5%
30-39
19.1%
40-49
11.3%
50-59
4.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 105 80.0% 1.0% 1 year, 5 months
2024 108 80.6% 0.0% 1 year, 1 months
2025 159 76.7% 0.6% 10.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 203
Misdemeanor First Degree 143
Felony Second Degree 13
Misdemeanor Second Degree 7
Felony First Degree 6

Related Charges in Charlotte County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,000 64.1% 0.1%
Drug Possession 3,831 92.7% 0.1%
Larceny / Theft 1,127 85.5% 0.4%
DUI 1,003 97.9% 0.3%
Battery 910 74.9% 1.8%
Other 826 76.3% 0.8%
Resisting Officer 655 89.3% 0.5%
Trespassing 454 93.0% 0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Fraud in Charlotte County?
The guilty rate is 78.8% based on 372 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in Charlotte County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.7% 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 Fraud in Charlotte County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $556.29.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 19.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Charlotte 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 · 372 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026