Fraud in Escambia County, Florida

1,552
Total Cases
52.1%
Guilty Rate
18.0%
Withheld Rate
26.3%
Dismissal Rate
1 year
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,552 Fraud cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 52.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 18.0% had adjudication withheld, and 26.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, with an average fine of $436.68. 0.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 4.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
52.1% (808)
Withheld
18.0% (279)
Diversion
3.0% (47)
Dismissed
26.3% (408)
Acquitted
0.1% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year
Avg Sentence
9.0 months
Median Sentence
3.5 years
Avg Probation
$436.68
Avg Fine
3.8%
Prison Rate
11.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 185 6.4 months
State Prison Facility 59 2.7 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 2 2.5 years

Counsel Analysis

829
Other
47.4% guilty · 31.2% dismissed
406
Self or Unrepresented
70.0% guilty · 2.5% dismissed
76
Public Defender
68.4% guilty · 3.9% dismissed
14
Conflict Counsel
78.6% 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 756 49.7% 32.7%
Black 672 61.8% 20.7%

Age Distribution

6.8%
Under 21
27.3%
21-29
33.3%
30-39
16.8%
40-49
8.4%
50-59
7.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 738 41.2% 50.0% 1 year
2024 459 57.5% 1.5% 1 year
2025 355 67.6% 9.0% 1 year, 2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 1,002
Felony Third Degree 282
Misdemeanor First Degree 225
Felony Second Degree 25
Misdemeanor Second Degree 18

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
DUI 1,374 90.6% 6.6%

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26.3% of Fraud cases in Escambia County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Fraud in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 52.1% based on 1,552 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.0% 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 Fraud in Escambia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, with an average fine of $436.68.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
4.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 1,552 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026