Larceny / Theft in Gadsden County, Florida

63
Total Cases
46.0%
Guilty Rate
22.2%
Withheld Rate
30.2%
Dismissal Rate
0 days
Avg Sentence

Based on 63 Larceny / Theft cases in Gadsden County (2023-2025), 46.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 22.2% had adjudication withheld, and 30.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 0 days. 3.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 65.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
46.0% (29)
Withheld
22.2% (14)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
30.2% (19)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Counsel Analysis

41
Public Defender
36.6% guilty · 46.3% dismissed
14
Self or Unrepresented
71.4% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Other
33.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Demographics

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
Black 53 49.1% 32.1%

Age Distribution

7.9%
Under 21
19.0%
21-29
34.9%
30-39
25.4%
40-49
9.5%
50-59
3.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 32 50.0% 18.8% 0 days
2024 29 37.9% 44.8% 0 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 28
Misdemeanor Second Degree 22
Felony Third Degree 12
Felony Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Gadsden County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 140 47.1% 11.4%
Drug Possession 104 65.4% 3.8%
Trespassing 89 37.1% 53.9%
Battery 79 59.5% 21.5%
Resisting Officer 58 55.2% 20.7%
Other 41 53.7% 7.3%
Fraud 24 83.3% 4.2%
Disorderly Conduct 19 57.9% 21.1%

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30.2% of Larceny / Theft cases in Gadsden County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Gadsden County?
The guilty rate is 46.0% based on 63 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Gadsden County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.2% 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 Larceny / Theft in Gadsden County?
The average sentence is 0 days.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
65.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Gadsden 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 · 63 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026