Hit and Run in Putnam County, Florida
37 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
Putnam County pursued Hit and Run cases aggressively in 2025. Of 37 cases, 73% resulted in guilty verdicts—substantially above statewide rates—while 27% ended in adjudication withheld. Zero cases were dismissed or diverted. This distribution indicates Putnam's State Attorney prioritizes formal convictions and criminal records over alternative resolution, a more aggressive posture than most peer counties.
Jail confinement was prevalent: 54.1% of defendants received jail time, with sentences averaging 178 days (median 31 days). Prison confinement was rare at 2.7%. Average probation lasted 332 days. Public defenders handled 37.8% of cases versus private counsel at 8.1%, indicating a predominantly lower-income defendant population. Average fines were minimal at $60.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 73.0% of 37 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 37 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 | 46 | 2.4 months |
| State Prison Facility | 6 | 12.2 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Hit and Run sentencing in Putnam County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
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 | 27 | 74.1% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 53 | 73.6% | 0.0% | 3.2 years |
| 2024 | 35 | 65.7% | 0.0% | 1 year, 4 months |
| 2025 | 37 | 73.0% | 0.0% | 5.9 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 113 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 6 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 5 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
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% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Hit and Run in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 73.0% based on 37 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Hit and Run in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 27.0% 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 5.9 months, with an average fine of $60 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
37.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 8.1% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Hit and Run in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 37 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/hit-and-run/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 · 37 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com