Intimidation / Threats in Sumter County, Florida
37 cases (2023-2025) · Sumter County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Sumter County prosecutes intimidation and threats with conviction focus and no dismissals. Zero cases are dismissed or acquitted across 37 cases, compared to 2.4% dismissal rate statewide and typical acquittal rates. The guilty rate of 81.1% is strong, with an additional 8.1% adjudication withheld. Diversion occurs in 2.7% of cases, near the 2.3% statewide rate. This pattern shows Sumter County prosecutors pursue cases to conviction or withheld adjudication with minimal early screening.
Prison and jail together affect 40.5% of defendants. Sentences average 855 days with median 548 days, shorter than most counties. Probation averages 1,129 days. Notably, fines are very high at $1,042 average—substantially above other counties. Most defendants use public defenders (35.1%), with only 8.1% retaining private attorneys, suggesting a lower-income defendant population. High fines combined with incarceration and probation create substantial financial and liberty consequences.
Figures cover 37 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 81.1% of 37 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 37 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 9 | 3.4 years |
| County Jail | 6 | 8.6 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Intimidation / Threats sentencing in Sumter County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
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 | 24 | 75.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 13 | 92.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | 62.5% | 0.0% | 3.3 years |
| 2024 | 14 | 85.7% | 0.0% | 1 year, 3 months |
| 2025 | 15 | 86.7% | 0.0% | 2.9 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 15 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 13 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 6 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 3 |
Related Charges in Sumter County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 1,098 | 62.6% | 0.3% |
| Traffic Offense | 853 | 76.4% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 341 | 66.9% | 1.5% |
| Other | 263 | 84.4% | 0.4% |
| Larceny / Theft | 299 | 75.6% | 0.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 143 | 81.8% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 154 | 99.4% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 122 | 74.6% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Intimidation / Threats in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 81.1% based on 37 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Intimidation / Threats in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.1% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 2.3 years, with an average fine of $1,043 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
35.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 8.1% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Intimidation / Threats in Sumter County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 37 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/intimidation-threats/sumter
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 37 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com