Larceny / Theft in Martin County, Florida
344 cases (2025) · Martin County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, larceny defendants in Martin County faced a notably aggressive prosecution approach. The guilty rate of 83.7% was well above statewide norms, with only 13.1% receiving adjudication withheld compared to the 15.6% statewide average. The dismissal rate of 1.2% fell below the statewide average of 1.7%, and the diversion rate of 1.5% was far lower than the 8.7% statewide rate.
Convicted defendants received substantially harsher sentences: a median of one year and an average of 18 months, with nearly a quarter receiving prison sentences. Combined prison and jail confinement affected 60.8% of those convicted. Representation was more balanced than some counties—42% private attorneys versus 47% public defenders—but sentences remained markedly severe.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Larceny / Theft charge in Martin County makes it in front of a judge. Of 1,203 prosecutor decisions on Larceny / Theft charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 12.6% — 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 — 83.7% of 344 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 344 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 | 477 | 5.1 months |
| State Prison Facility | 282 | 3.2 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Martin 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 | 205 | 80.5% | 1.5% |
| Black | 129 | 89.1% | 0.8% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 254 | 87.4% | 0.4% | 1 year, 8 months |
| 2024 | 473 | 83.5% | 1.3% | 1 year, 4 months |
| 2025 | 344 | 83.7% | 1.2% | 1 year, 6 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 | 458 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 359 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 188 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 58 |
| Felony | First Degree | 8 |
Related Charges in Martin County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,952 | 52.3% | 0.3% |
| Drug Possession | 960 | 61.0% | 6.8% |
| Other | 554 | 55.2% | 22.0% |
| DUI | 608 | 98.4% | 0.8% |
| Escape / Failure to Appear | 359 | 42.3% | 57.1% |
| Sex Offense | 83 | 91.6% | 1.2% |
| Resisting Officer | 335 | 80.3% | 2.4% |
| Probation Violation | 269 | 97.4% | 1.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Martin County?
The guilty rate is 83.7% based on 344 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Martin County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.1% 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 Martin County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $319 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
46.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 42.2% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Martin County, Florida (2025). Based on 344 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/martin
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Martin 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 · 344 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com