Homicide in Pasco County, Florida
55 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
Pasco County achieved the highest homicide conviction rate in 2025: 92.7% of 55 cases resulted in guilty verdicts, with only 3.6% acquitted. Zero cases were dismissed, the most aggressive screening observed among peer counties. This record indicates Pasco's State Attorney files cases with high trial confidence, rarely withdrawing charges before adjudication. The conviction dominance left minimal room for alternative outcomes.
Prison confinement was near-universal: 90.9% of defendants received incarceration, the highest rate observed. Average sentences reached approximately 16.6 years with a median of 15 years, typical for murder convictions under mandatory minimums. Probation averaged 1,761 days (4.8 years). Public defenders handled 43.6% of cases, private counsel 20%. Average fines were $188.21.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 92.7% of 55 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 55 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 |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 142 | 14.4 years |
| County Jail | 1 | 9.1 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Homicide 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 | 34 | 88.2% | 0.0% |
| Black | 21 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 49 | 91.8% | 4.1% | 17.9 years |
| 2024 | 53 | 90.6% | 0.0% | 13.8 years |
| 2025 | 55 | 92.7% | 0.0% | 16.6 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | First Degree | 68 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 44 |
| Felony | Life | 29 |
| Felony | Capital | 9 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 5 |
| Felony | NULL | 1 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 1 |
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 Homicide in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 92.7% based on 55 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Homicide in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Homicide in Pasco County?
The average sentence is 16.6 years, with an average fine of $188 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
43.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 20.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Homicide in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 55 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/homicide/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 · 55 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com