Larceny / Theft in Sumter County, Florida
299 cases (2025) · Sumter County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Sumter County prosecuted larceny cases with notable aggression: 75.6% conviction rate and only 0.3% dismissal rate—by far the lowest dismissal rate measured and 1.4 percentage points below statewide average. Adjudication withheld was 19.7%, and diversion extremely rare at 4.3%, half the statewide average of 8.7%. The near-total absence of dismissals and minimal diversion availability indicate very few pathways to case resolution outside of conviction.
Sentences reflected this toughness. Median was six months, average over 14 months—among the longest measured. Prison time was 12.0%, the highest among theft cases. Probation averaged about 17 months. Sumter County represents one of the most defendant-unfavorable environments for larceny charges in Florida, with minimal opportunities for case dismissal, diversion, or record protection.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Larceny / Theft charge in Sumter County makes it in front of a judge. Of 973 prosecutor decisions on Larceny / Theft charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 16.3% — 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 — 75.6% of 299 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 299 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 | 300 | 5.3 months |
| State Prison Facility | 162 | 3.0 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Sumter 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 | 195 | 76.4% | 0.5% |
| Black | 89 | 77.5% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 314 | 76.8% | 0.0% | 1 year, 10 months |
| 2024 | 332 | 78.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 1 months |
| 2025 | 299 | 75.6% | 0.3% | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 467 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 256 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 214 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 7 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Sumter County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 1,098 | 62.6% | 0.3% |
| Traffic Offense | 853 | 76.4% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 341 | 66.9% | 1.5% |
| Other | 263 | 84.4% | 0.4% |
| Resisting Officer | 143 | 81.8% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 154 | 99.4% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 122 | 74.6% | 0.0% |
| Drug Sale | 86 | 97.7% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 75.6% based on 299 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.7% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 3 months, with an average fine of $354 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
48.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 14.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Sumter County, Florida (2025). Based on 299 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/sumter
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 299 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com