Larceny / Theft in Dixie County, Florida
34 cases (2025) · Dixie County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Dixie County handled 34 larceny or theft cases with aggressive prosecution marks. The guilty rate of 85.3 percent ranked among the highest, while zero dismissals and minimal diversion (2.9 percent, versus 8.7 percent statewide) showed consistent prosecutorial intensity. The withheld adjudication rate of 8.8 percent fell well below the state average of 15.6 percent, granting defendants fewer protections from conviction records. Dixie prioritized conviction above alternative paths.
Sentences reflected this approach: averaging 903 days with a median of 669 days, substantially longer than most comparison counties. Prison sentences affected 44.1 percent—the second-highest rate among comparison counties. Jail time covered 32.4 percent of cases. Probation averaged 914 days. Fines averaged $250, and public defender representation at 32.4 percent indicated moderate public-defendant case volume.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 85.3% of 34 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 34 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 | 44 | 4.4 years |
| County Jail | 31 | 3.2 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Dixie County.
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 | 29 | 86.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 27 | 88.9% | 0.0% | 2.2 years |
| 2024 | 36 | 83.3% | 0.0% | 3.2 years |
| 2025 | 34 | 85.3% | 0.0% | 2.5 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 56 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 19 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 14 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 6 |
| Felony | First Degree | 2 |
Related Charges in Dixie County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 168 | 73.8% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 46 | 63.0% | 4.3% |
| Other | 60 | 40.0% | 0.0% |
| Drug Sale | 80 (2023-2025) | 93.8% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 76 (2023-2025) | 88.2% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 69 (2023-2025) | 78.3% | 0.0% |
| Burglary | 67 (2023-2025) | 86.6% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 51 (2023-2025) | 90.2% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Dixie County?
The guilty rate is 85.3% based on 34 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Dixie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.8% 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 Larceny / Theft in Dixie County?
The average sentence is 2.5 years, with an average fine of $250 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
32.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Dixie County, Florida (2025). Based on 34 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/dixie
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Dixie 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 · 34 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com