Hit and Run in Pasco County, Florida
250 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
Pasco County prosecutes hit and run with moderate conviction rates but notably long probation sentences. In 2025, 57.6% of 250 defendants were convicted and 40.8% had adjudication withheld (no formal conviction on record), combining for 98.4% conviction-equivalent outcomes among the highest in the state. Dismissals were rare at 0.8%, well below the statewide 1.6% rate, and no diversion programs were offered. The charge receives serious treatment from Pasco's State Attorney.
Sentences were relatively light on incarceration but heavy on probation: only 2.8% received prison time and 6.8% received jail time, yet probation averaged 592 days—the longest of any county shown here. Public defenders represented 44% of defendants, the highest public defender rate in this sample, indicating a lower-income defendant base. Fines averaged $261.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 57.6% of 250 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 250 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 | 63 | 2.8 months |
| State Prison Facility | 22 | 3.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Hit and Run sentencing in Pasco 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 | 197 | 61.4% | 1.0% |
| Black | 23 | 60.9% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 259 | 37.8% | 0.4% | 1 year, 3 months |
| 2024 | 245 | 51.4% | 0.0% | 1 year, 2 months |
| 2025 | 250 | 57.6% | 0.8% | 1 year |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 687 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 45 |
| Felony | First Degree | 11 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 9 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 2 |
Related Charges in Pasco County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,788 | 75.3% | 0.4% |
| Traffic Offense | 2,250 | 69.2% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 1,446 | 52.2% | 2.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,264 | 64.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 756 | 54.5% | 0.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 788 | 76.0% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 718 | 95.8% | 2.4% |
| Trespassing | 519 | 73.4% | 4.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Hit and Run in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 57.6% based on 250 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Hit and Run in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 40.8% 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 Hit and Run in Pasco County?
The average sentence is 1 year, with an average fine of $261 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
44.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 32.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Hit and Run in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 250 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/hit-and-run/pasco
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 250 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com