Fraud in Putnam County, Florida
75 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
Putnam County handled 75 fraud cases in 2025 with no dismissals or acquittals. Only 2.7% of cases resulted in diversion, and no cases were dropped. The guilty rate was 68.0%, but the most striking feature was the adjudication-withheld rate of 29.3%, the highest observed and well above the statewide average of 19.6%. This indicates Putnam judges frequently found guilt without formal adjudication, allowing defendants to avoid a conviction record.
Sentences were relatively short: average 170.4 days with a median of 107.5 days. Despite low sentences, jail and prison confinement were common — 44.0% received jail time and 17.3% received prison. Public defenders represented 38.7% of defendants and only 4.0% retained private counsel, suggesting resource constraints. Average fines were minimal at $60.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 68.0% of 75 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 75 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 130 | 3.1 months |
| State Prison Facility | 41 | 2.1 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Fraud sentencing in Putnam County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (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 | 40 | 60.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 30 | 80.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 101 | 72.3% | 1.0% | 11.4 months |
| 2024 | 88 | 65.9% | 0.0% | 7.4 months |
| 2025 | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% | 5.7 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 129 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 116 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 12 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 7 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Criminal Mischief | 58 | 75.9% | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Fraud in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 68.0% based on 75 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 29.3% of cases (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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 5.7 months, with an average fine of $60 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
38.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Fraud in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 75 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/fraud/putnam
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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 · 75 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com