Intimidation / Threats in Alachua County, Florida
48 cases (2025) · Alachua County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Alachua County handled 48 intimidation and threats cases, resulting in guilty convictions in 77.1% and adjudication withheld in 14.6% of cases. Zero dismissals recorded, despite statewide dismissal rates of 2.2%. Diversion programs accepted just 2.1% of cases, matching the statewide average, yet the county's near-total absence of dismissals suggests the local State Attorney prioritizes conviction outcomes over pretrial resolution in this charge category.
Sentencing outcomes showed moderate severity. Confined convictions averaged 1,296 days, with a median of 1,325 days. Prison confinement affected 31.2% of convicted defendants, jail another 14.6%. Public defenders handled 22.9% of cases, indicating that most defendants lacked means for private counsel, relying instead on public representation or self-representation.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
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 31.7% 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 — 77.1% of 48 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 48 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 | 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Intimidation / Threats in Alachua County?
The guilty rate is 77.1% based on 48 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Intimidation / Threats in Alachua County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.6% 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?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 3.6 years, with an average fine of $130 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
22.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.2% retain private counsel (2025).
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 | 11 | 72.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 19 | 84.2% | 0.0% | 3.1 years |
| 2024 | 25 | 84.0% | 0.0% | 2.9 years |
| 2025 | 48 | 77.1% | 0.0% | 3.6 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 36 |
| 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 | 864 | 68.6% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 861 | 81.6% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 735 | 82.3% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 616 | 65.1% | 0.8% |
| Other | 435 | 71.5% | 1.1% |
| Resisting Officer | 419 | 76.4% | 0.2% |
| Trespassing | 325 | 88.6% | 0.6% |
| Probation Violation | 289 | 94.8% | 3.8% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Intimidation / Threats in Alachua County, Florida (2025). Based on 48 public court records; last updated September 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 · 48 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com