Fraud in Gadsden County, Florida

Fraud cases in Gadsden County result in conviction at a substantially higher rate than the statewide norm. Of 24 cases, 83.3% ended in guilty verdicts compared to the implicit statewide guilty rate of roughly 78% when accounting for dismissals, withheld adjudications, and acquittals. Gadsden's dismissal rate of 4.2% exceeds the statewide average of 2.3%, suggesting prosecutors here may screen cases more carefully or judges occasionally reject weak evidence. However, the withheld adjudication rate of 12.5% falls well below the statewide average of 19.7%, indicating judges in this county more frequently impose formal convictions rather than withholding adjudication as an alternative outcome.

Notably absent from Gadsden County fraud cases is any reliance on pre-trial diversion, which accounts for 7.1% of fraud cases statewide. This suggests the local State Attorney's office prioritizes prosecution over diversion pathways for fraud matters. Nearly 30% of defendants were represented by public defenders, reflecting a significant proportion of indigent cases within this small caseload.

4.2% of Fraud cases in Gadsden County are dismissed, and 12.5% receive adjudication withheld. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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24
Total Cases
83.3%
Guilty Rate
12.5%
Withheld Rate
4.2%
Dismissal Rate
0 days
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
83.3% (20)
Withheld
12.5% (3)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
4.2% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Counsel Analysis

13
Other
92.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
7
Public Defender
85.7% guilty · 14.3% 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 12 83.3% 8.3%
Black 11 81.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
4.2%
21-29
25.0%
30-39
70.8%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 16
Misdemeanor First Degree 8

Related Charges in Gadsden County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 140 47.1% 11.4%
Drug Possession 104 65.4% 3.8%
Trespassing 89 37.1% 53.9%
Battery 79 59.5% 21.5%
Larceny / Theft 63 46.0% 30.2%
Resisting Officer 58 55.2% 20.7%
Other 41 53.7% 7.3%
Disorderly Conduct 19 57.9% 21.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Fraud in Gadsden County?
The guilty rate is 83.3% based on 24 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in Gadsden County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.5% 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 Gadsden County?
The average sentence is 0 days.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
29.2% 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 Gadsden 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 · 24 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026