Intimidation / Threats in Alachua County, Florida
47 cases (2025) · Alachua County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Alachua County prosecuted Intimidation/Threats with strict conviction outcomes: 79% guilty verdicts and 15% withheld adjudication combined for 94% conviction rates. Zero dismissals occurred despite the statewide average of 2.2%, and no diversion programs were used against the state average of 2.1%. Withheld adjudication at 15% exceeded the state average of 12.8%, allowing conviction-free outcomes for a significant subset.
Sentences averaged 1,296 days (approximately 3.5 years) with unusually long probation at 1,088 days. Prison sentences reached 32% of cases, jail 15%. Public defenders handled 21% of cases versus only 6% private counsel, indicating systemic public representation concentration. Fines averaged $130.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Intimidation / Threats charge in Alachua County makes it in front of a judge. Of 72 prosecutor decisions on Intimidation / Threats charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 13.9% — below the 31.4% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 78.7% of 47 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 47 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 | 34 | 4.5 years |
| County Jail | 15 | 4.0 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Intimidation / Threats sentencing in Alachua 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 | 34 | 85.3% | 0.0% |
| Black | 10 | 80.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 19 | 84.2% | 0.0% | 3.1 years |
| 2024 | 25 | 84.0% | 0.0% | 2.9 years |
| 2025 | 47 | 78.7% | 0.0% | 3.6 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 35 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 30 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 14 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 12 |
Related Charges in Alachua County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 863 | 68.7% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 863 | 81.3% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 736 | 81.7% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 620 | 63.7% | 0.8% |
| Other | 434 | 71.4% | 1.2% |
| Resisting Officer | 422 | 75.6% | 0.2% |
| Trespassing | 325 | 88.6% | 0.6% |
| Probation Violation | 289 | 94.8% | 3.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Intimidation / Threats in Alachua County?
The guilty rate is 78.7% based on 47 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Intimidation / Threats in Alachua County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.9% 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 Intimidation / Threats in Alachua County?
The average sentence is 3.6 years, with an average fine of $130 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
21.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.4% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Intimidation / Threats in Alachua County, Florida (2025). Based on 47 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/intimidation-threats/alachua
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Alachua 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 · 47 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com