Larceny / Theft in Hendry County, Florida
156 cases (2025) · Hendry County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Hendry County managed 156 larceny or theft cases with a diversion-first strategy. The diversion rate of 17.3 percent—nearly double the statewide 8.7 percent average—represented the highest among all comparison counties. Zero dismissals combined with this high diversion rate, indicating Hendry routed cases to alternative programs rather than rejecting them formally. The guilty rate of 69.2 percent reflected this approach, while the withheld adjudication rate of 12.8 percent remained slightly below state average.
Sentences were brief: 310 days average and 188 days median—among the shortest across comparison counties. Prison time affected only 7.7 percent of cases, the lowest rate among theft-charged defendants. Jail affected 35.9 percent. Probation averaged 602 days. Fines totaled $296.30 on average. This county clearly prioritized rehabilitation over incarceration for theft offenses.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Larceny / Theft charge in Hendry County makes it in front of a judge. Of 600 prosecutor decisions on Larceny / Theft charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 36.7% — above the 23.7% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 69.2% of 156 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 156 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 |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 117 | 4.6 months |
| State Prison Facility | 30 | 3.4 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Hendry 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 | 65 | 63.1% | 0.0% |
| Black | 41 | 85.4% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 100 | 74.0% | 1.0% | 1 year, 7 months |
| 2024 | 154 | 60.4% | 0.0% | 9.4 months |
| 2025 | 156 | 69.2% | 0.0% | 10.3 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 151 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 147 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 107 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 4 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Hendry County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 696 | 57.5% | 0.1% |
| Drug Possession | 379 | 77.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 204 | 40.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 119 | 77.3% | 0.0% |
| Probation Violation | 136 | 89.0% | 11.0% |
| Escape / Failure to Appear | 117 | 13.7% | 86.3% |
| Battery | 115 | 68.7% | 0.9% |
| DUI | 76 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Need a Defense Attorney in Hendry County?
Get matched with a local attorney who handles Larceny / Theft cases. Free, confidential, no obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Hendry County?
The guilty rate is 69.2% based on 156 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Hendry County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.8% 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 Hendry County?
The average sentence is 10.3 months, with an average fine of $296 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
39.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.5% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Hendry County, Florida (2025). Based on 156 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/hendry
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hendry 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 · 156 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com