Fraud in Lee County, Florida

592
Total Cases
83.4%
Guilty Rate
13.0%
Withheld Rate
0.5%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 592 Fraud cases in Lee County (2023-2025), 83.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 3 months. 6.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 16.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
83.4% (494)
Withheld
13.0% (77)
Diversion
2.0% (12)
Dismissed
0.5% (3)
Acquitted
0.2% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
2.6 years
Avg Probation
18.1%
Prison Rate
40.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 237 4.2 months
State Prison Facility 107 3.2 years

Counsel Analysis

95
Public Defender
80.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
39
Private Attorney
69.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
23
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
82.6% 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 402 84.1% 0.5%
Black 179 82.1% 0.6%

Age Distribution

9.0%
Under 21
25.8%
21-29
32.6%
30-39
19.8%
40-49
11.1%
50-59
1.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 185 80.5% 1.1% 10.0 months
2024 181 90.6% 0.0% 1 year, 2 months
2025 226 80.1% 0.4% 1 year, 7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 327
Misdemeanor First Degree 216
Felony Second Degree 33
Misdemeanor Second Degree 11
Felony First Degree 5

Related Charges in Lee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 5,953 79.4% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 5,651 78.7% 0.1%
DUI 3,521 98.2% 0.6%
Larceny / Theft 2,186 81.9% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 1,991 85.2% 1.6%
Battery 1,752 69.5% 1.8%
Trespassing 1,425 88.0% 4.5%
Other 1,124 70.6% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Fraud in Lee County?
The guilty rate is 83.4% based on 592 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in Lee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.0% 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 Lee County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 3 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
16.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lee 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 · 592 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026