Larceny / Theft in Putnam County, Florida
244 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Putnam County convicted 82.8% of larceny defendants with no dismissals recorded—well above typical rates. The withheld rate of 13.1% was below the statewide average of 15.6%, and the diversion rate of 4.1% was less than half the statewide average of 8.7%. This pattern reflects a prosecution-first approach with minimal conviction alternatives.
Defendants who proceeded to sentencing faced intermediate terms: median 116 days but average 406 days, indicating substantial variation. About 66% faced confinement—45.9% in jail and 20.5% in prison. Public defenders represented 51.2% of defendants, with only 2% accessing private counsel, suggesting limited defense resources in the county.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 82.8% of 244 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 244 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 | 342 | 2.8 months |
| State Prison Facility | 128 | 2.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Putnam 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 | 137 | 82.5% | 0.0% |
| Black | 90 | 87.8% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 272 | 80.9% | 1.1% | 10.0 months |
| 2024 | 271 | 76.8% | 0.0% | 10.6 months |
| 2025 | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% | 1 year, 1 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 | 296 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 251 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 230 |
| Felony | First Degree | 5 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 5 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Other | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
| Criminal Mischief | 58 | 75.9% | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 82.8% based on 244 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Putnam 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $80 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
51.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 2.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 244 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/putnam
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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 · 244 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com