Fraud in St. Johns County, Florida
160 cases (2025) · St. Johns County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
St. Johns County dismissed 5.0% of its 160 fraud cases in 2025, the highest dismissal rate among counties reviewed and notably above the statewide average of 1.9%. This suggests greater scrutiny before pursuing charges to conviction. The guilty rate was 66.9%, and diversion was used in 12.5% of cases, above the statewide average of 6.5%. Adjudication withheld occurred in 14.4% of cases.
Sentences were among the shortest observed: average 292.0 days with a median of only 60 days. Jail was the primary confinement method, used in 53.8% of cases, while prison was rare at 7.5%. Most defendants (59.4%) were represented by public defenders, with only 18.1% retaining private counsel. Average fines were negligible at $3.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 66.9% of 160 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 160 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 | 226 | 4.2 months |
| State Prison Facility | 62 | 3.7 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Fraud sentencing in St. Johns 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 | 71 | 62.0% | 7.0% |
| Black | 53 | 83.0% | 1.9% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 132 | 57.6% | 13.6% | 7.8 months |
| 2024 | 200 | 74.5% | 5.5% | 1 year, 7 months |
| 2025 | 160 | 66.9% | 5.0% | 9.7 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 225 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 210 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 40 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 16 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in St. Johns County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 2,234 | 38.7% | 4.6% |
| Drug Possession | 833 | 59.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 599 | 59.4% | 10.5% |
| Larceny / Theft | 612 | 61.4% | 4.1% |
| Battery | 592 | 42.9% | 2.5% |
| DUI | 374 | 92.5% | 4.5% |
| Trespassing | 284 | 77.1% | 4.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 321 | 63.9% | 3.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Fraud in St. Johns County?
The guilty rate is 66.9% based on 160 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in St. Johns County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.4% 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 St. Johns County?
The average sentence is 9.7 months, with an average fine of $3 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
59.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 18.1% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Fraud in St. Johns County, Florida (2025). Based on 160 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/fraud/st-johns
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Johns 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 · 160 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com