Intimidation / Threats in Pasco County, Florida
71 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, 71 intimidation cases in Pasco County resulted in substantially harsher outcomes than statewide norms. The guilty rate of 76.1% far exceeds state patterns, and diversion programs handled only 1.4% of cases against the state average of 2.1%. Dismissals (1.4%) fell below statewide average (2.2%), while withheld adjudication (15.5%) remained close to state levels (12.8%), showing Pasco prosecutors pursue conviction over alternatives.
Average sentences ran 1,518 days (median 1,096), notably severe for intimidation cases. Prison confinement was high at 38% of cases, though jail stays minimal at 5.6%. Most defendants used public defenders (60.6%), reflecting the pattern of indigent representation.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 76.1% of 71 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 71 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 | 56 | 4.6 years |
| County Jail | 21 | 8.7 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Intimidation / Threats 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 | 63 | 74.6% | 1.6% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 45 | 88.9% | 0.0% | 3.8 years |
| 2024 | 67 | 68.7% | 1.5% | 2.5 years |
| 2025 | 71 | 76.1% | 1.4% | 4.2 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 82 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 62 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 33 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 6 |
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 Intimidation / Threats in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 76.1% based on 71 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Intimidation / Threats in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.5% 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 Pasco County?
The average sentence is 4.2 years, with an average fine of $518 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
60.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 33.8% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Intimidation / Threats in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 71 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/intimidation-threats/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 · 71 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com