Intimidation / Threats in St. Lucie County, Florida
31 cases (2025) · St. Lucie County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, St. Lucie County's handling of 31 intimidation or threats cases diverged sharply from other Florida counties. The guilty rate of 35.5 percent stood far below the statewide pattern, driven by a withheld adjudication rate of 22.6 percent—nearly double the state average—and a dismissal rate of 6.5 percent, nearly three times the state's 2.2 percent average. Diversion to alternative programs occurred in 6.5 percent of cases, triple the statewide rate. This county prioritized avoiding conviction over punishment.
When convictions did occur, sentences proved substantial: averaging 1,531 days with a median of 731 days. Yet confinement rates remained low, with only 12.9 percent imprisoned and 9.7 percent jailed. The public defender represented 58.1 percent of defendants, indicating a low-income clientele that benefited from St. Lucie's more protective prosecution approach.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 35.5% of 31 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 31 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 | 35 | 7.7 years |
| County Jail | 21 | 4.6 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Intimidation / Threats sentencing in St. Lucie County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 57 | 54.4% | 10.5% |
| Black | 33 | 66.7% | 3.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 22 | 86.4% | 0.0% | 2.4 years |
| 2024 | 55 | 65.5% | 9.1% | 6.4 years |
| 2025 | 31 | 35.5% | 6.5% | 4.2 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 59 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 23 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 21 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 5 |
Related Charges in St. Lucie County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 1,426 | 69.4% | 10.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 761 | 80.3% | 0.4% |
| Battery | 589 | 53.7% | 11.7% |
| Larceny / Theft | 619 | 76.1% | 3.2% |
| DUI | 584 | 99.3% | 0.0% |
| Other | 574 | 81.7% | 4.4% |
| Resisting Officer | 383 | 76.2% | 7.3% |
| Fraud | 330 | 70.0% | 4.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Intimidation / Threats in St. Lucie County?
The guilty rate is 35.5% based on 31 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Intimidation / Threats in St. Lucie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.6% 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 St. Lucie County?
The average sentence is 4.2 years (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 19.4% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Intimidation / Threats in St. Lucie County, Florida (2025). Based on 31 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/intimidation-threats/st-lucie
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Lucie 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 · 31 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com