Larceny / Theft in Sarasota County, Florida

3,001
Total Cases
61.3%
Guilty Rate
20.6%
Withheld Rate
2.4%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 3,001 Larceny / Theft cases in Sarasota County (2023-2025), 61.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.6% had adjudication withheld, and 2.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $423.47. 0.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
61.3% (1,839)
Withheld
20.6% (617)
Diversion
14.3% (430)
Dismissed
2.4% (71)
Acquitted
0.1% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence
6.1 months
Median Sentence
2.0 years
Avg Probation
$423.47
Avg Fine
7.5%
Prison Rate
18.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 547 4.9 months
State Prison Facility 226 2.8 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 4.0 years

Counsel Analysis

12
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
66.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
11
Private Attorney
100.0% 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 2,268 60.2% 2.3%
Black 640 68.1% 2.5%

Age Distribution

7.4%
Under 21
18.6%
21-29
27.9%
30-39
20.4%
40-49
15.5%
50-59
10.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,024 58.4% 3.4% 1 year, 2 months
2024 934 62.3% 1.1% 1 year
2025 1,043 63.2% 2.5% 1 year, 1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 1,289
Misdemeanor First Degree 830
Misdemeanor Second Degree 814
Felony Second Degree 50
Felony First Degree 16
NULL Second Degree 2

Related Charges in Sarasota County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 11,831 40.4% 2.2%
Drug Possession 7,590 72.3% 1.9%
Other 3,272 69.6% 6.6%
DUI 2,300 96.5% 1.0%
Battery 2,135 56.7% 3.4%
Sex Offense 2,099 89.1% 1.5%
Resisting Officer 1,757 67.9% 2.6%
Trespassing 1,618 73.1% 9.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Sarasota County?
The guilty rate is 61.3% based on 3,001 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Sarasota County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.6% 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 Sarasota County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $423.47.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sarasota 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 · 3,001 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026