Larceny / Theft in Pasco County, Florida
1,264 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Pasco County secured guilty verdicts in 64.2% of 1,264 larceny cases. Dismissals at 1.1% were slightly lower than the statewide average of 1.7%. The county emphasized alternative outcomes: diversion programs were utilized in 13.8% of cases—well above the state average of 8.7%—while withheld adjudications (18.4%) surpassed statewide rates (15.6%), providing multiple paths away from formal conviction.
Despite lower rates of jail and prison confinement (21.6% and 10.3% respectively), average sentences reached 1.3 years—among the highest in the state. Average probation extended nearly two years, substantially exceeding typical terms. About 25.5% of defendants hired private counsel, the highest rate among comparable counties.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 64.2% of 1,264 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 1,264 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 | 786 | 4.7 months |
| State Prison Facility | 373 | 3.4 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Pasco 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 | 1,018 | 64.9% | 1.3% |
| Black | 214 | 67.8% | 0.5% |
| Not Available | 12 | 8.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,101 | 71.6% | 0.5% | 11.0 months |
| 2024 | 1,177 | 65.9% | 0.5% | 1 year, 10 months |
| 2025 | 1,264 | 64.2% | 1.1% | 1 year, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 1,314 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 1,198 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 945 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 63 |
| Felony | First Degree | 22 |
Related Charges in Pasco County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,788 | 75.3% | 0.4% |
| Traffic Offense | 2,250 | 69.2% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 1,446 | 52.2% | 2.6% |
| Other | 756 | 54.5% | 0.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 788 | 76.0% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 718 | 95.8% | 2.4% |
| Trespassing | 519 | 73.4% | 4.4% |
| Burglary | 480 | 75.8% | 2.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 64.2% based on 1,264 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.4% 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 Pasco County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 3 months, with an average fine of $147 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
62.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 25.5% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 1,264 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/pasco
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 1,264 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com