Homicide in Broward County, Florida
72 cases (2025) · Broward County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, homicide prosecutions in Broward County resulted in conviction in 85.7% of 70 cases—a high but not extreme rate for the most serious charge. Adjudication was withheld in 2.9% of cases and dismissals occurred in 2.9%, both slightly elevated compared to the statewide homicide average of 2.0%. An 8.6% acquittal rate stood out—notably higher than most counties examined, suggesting juries occasionally found reasonable doubt despite prosecution efforts.
Sentences were severe. Average sentences reached 4,160 days (11+ years) with a median of 2,922 days (8 years). Probation averaged 2,317 days. Nearly 73% received prison time, with most of the remainder jailed. This reflects the gravity of homicide prosecution and the expectation of incarceration upon conviction.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 86.1% of 72 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 72 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 104 | 9.7 years |
| County Jail | 7 | 8.7 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Homicide sentencing in Broward County.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 51 | 86.3% | 0.0% |
| Not Available | 21 | 85.7% | 9.5% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 22 | 81.8% | 18.2% | 6.6 years |
| 2024 | 51 | 88.2% | 3.9% | 11.3 years |
| 2025 | 72 | 86.1% | 2.8% | 11.3 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | First Degree | 104 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 31 |
| Felony | Capital | 7 |
| Felony | Life | 3 |
Related Charges in Broward County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 6,643 | 22.2% | 1.7% |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,223 | 62.6% | 1.7% |
| Drug Possession | 2,033 | 54.5% | 12.2% |
| Resisting Officer | 1,592 | 52.6% | 5.2% |
| Trespassing | 1,381 | 55.9% | 4.6% |
| Other | 1,341 | 33.0% | 32.5% |
| Battery | 830 | 54.1% | 8.4% |
| Fraud | 992 | 55.0% | 3.2% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Homicide in Broward County, Florida (2025). Based on 72 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/homicide/broward
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Broward 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 · 72 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com