Intimidation / Threats in Lee County, Florida

81
Total Cases
79.0%
Guilty Rate
16.0%
Withheld Rate
1.2%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 81 Intimidation / Threats cases in Lee County (2023-2025), 79.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.0% had adjudication withheld, and 1.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months. 16.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 12.3% used a public defender.

Facing Intimidation / Threats charges in Lee County?
Guilty
79.0% (64)
Withheld
16.0% (13)
Diversion
1.2% (1)
Dismissed
1.2% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
5.5 months
Median Sentence
3.2 years
Avg Probation
11.1%
Prison Rate
48.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 39 4.5 months
State Prison Facility 9 5.3 years
13
Private Attorney
61.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
10
Public Defender
90.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

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 58 75.9% 0.0%
Black 23 87.0% 4.3%
6.2%
Under 21
22.2%
21-29
38.3%
30-39
21.0%
40-49
6.2%
50-59
6.2%
60+
Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 33 87.9% 0.0% 1 year, 11 months
2024 21 81.0% 0.0% 8.8 months
2025 27 66.7% 3.7% 7.6 months
Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 50
Felony Second Degree 30
Felony Third Degree 1
Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 5,953 79.4% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 5,651 78.7% 0.1%
DUI 3,521 98.2% 0.6%
Larceny / Theft 2,186 81.9% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 1,991 85.2% 1.6%
Battery 1,752 69.5% 1.8%
Trespassing 1,425 88.0% 4.5%
Other 1,124 70.6% 1.5%

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What is the guilty rate for Intimidation / Threats in Lee County?
The guilty rate is 79.0% based on 81 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Intimidation / Threats in Lee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.0% of cases. 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 Lee County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
12.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 16.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lee 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 · 81 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026