Larceny / Theft in Levy County, Florida
55 cases (2025) · Levy County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, larceny defendants in Levy County faced convictions in 83.6% of cases, markedly higher than the statewide guilty rate of 65.1%. Dismissals occurred in none of the 55 cases—compared to 1.7% statewide—signaling aggressive prosecution. The withheld adjudication rate (12.7%) aligned closely with statewide averages (15.6%), while diversion programs that allow conviction avoidance were underutilized at 3.6% compared to 8.7% statewide.
Defendants convicted faced an average sentence of nine months, with a median jail term of nearly seven months. About 31% received jail sentences and 14.5% received prison terms. The majority (56.4%) relied on public defenders. Average probation terms exceeded 18 months, extending supervision well beyond incarceration.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Larceny / Theft charge in Levy County makes it in front of a judge. Of 181 prosecutor decisions on Larceny / Theft charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 16.0% — below 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 — 83.6% of 55 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 55 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 | 89 | 3.0 months |
| State Prison Facility | 26 | 2.0 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Levy 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 | 41 | 80.5% | 0.0% |
| Black | 12 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 86 | 82.6% | 0.0% | 5.4 months |
| 2024 | 55 | 85.5% | 0.0% | 10.8 months |
| 2025 | 55 | 83.6% | 0.0% | 9.5 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 92 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 67 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 34 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 3 |
Related Charges in Levy County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 333 | 71.2% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 166 | 83.1% | 0.0% |
| Other | 128 | 80.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 70 | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 44 | 88.6% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 73 | 98.6% | 0.0% |
| Weapons Offense | 82 (2023-2025) | 96.3% | 0.0% |
| Criminal Mischief | 75 (2023-2025) | 84.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 83.6% based on 55 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.7% 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 Levy County?
The average sentence is 9.5 months, with an average fine of $258 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
56.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.8% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Levy County, Florida (2025). Based on 55 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/levy
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Levy 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 · 55 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com