Larceny / Theft in Miami-Dade County, Florida

13,324
Total Cases
61.6%
Guilty Rate
21.4%
Withheld Rate
1.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 13,324 Larceny / Theft cases in Miami-Dade County (2023-2025), 61.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 21.4% had adjudication withheld, and 1.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $388.04. 22.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 65.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
61.6% (8,212)
Withheld
21.4% (2,853)
Diversion
15.9% (2,115)
Dismissed
1.0% (130)
Acquitted
0.1% (14)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence
7.3 months
Median Sentence
2.8 years
Avg Probation
$388.04
Avg Fine
18.0%
Prison Rate
31.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 4,217 5.3 months
State Prison Facility 2,403 2.4 years
Confinement to Hospital Facility 7 8.9 months

Counsel Analysis

8,677
Public Defender
74.4% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
2,964
Private Attorney
32.4% guilty · 0.5% dismissed
496
Conflict Counsel
65.1% guilty · 1.4% dismissed
444
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
81.5% 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
White 7,695 54.8% 0.7%
Black 5,568 71.4% 1.3%
Asian 33 12.1% 0.0%
Not Available 26 38.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

5.5%
Under 21
20.7%
21-29
32.1%
30-39
23.1%
40-49
12.6%
50-59
5.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 4,022 59.8% 1.3% 1 year, 6 months
2024 4,593 59.6% 1.2% 1 year
2025 4,709 65.1% 0.5% 0 year, 12 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 7,491
Misdemeanor Second Degree 3,140
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,395
Felony Second Degree 621
NULL NULL 358
Felony First Degree 319

Related Charges in Miami-Dade County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 17,318 16.9% 54.7%
Drug Possession 6,986 65.1% 0.7%
Resisting Officer 6,189 50.6% 2.1%
Battery 5,809 42.9% 2.0%
Burglary 4,095 72.7% 1.1%
Fraud 4,065 41.6% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 3,507 56.1% 8.3%
Weapons Offense 3,012 61.0% 2.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Miami-Dade County?
The guilty rate is 61.6% based on 13,324 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Miami-Dade County?
Adjudication is withheld in 21.4% 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 Miami-Dade County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $388.04.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
65.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 22.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Miami-Dade 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 · 13,324 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026