Other in Broward County, Florida

3,123
Total Cases
32.6%
Guilty Rate
36.3%
Withheld Rate
26.9%
Dismissal Rate
2.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 3,123 Other cases in Broward County (2023-2025), 32.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 36.3% had adjudication withheld, and 26.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.3 years. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
32.6% (1,017)
Withheld
36.3% (1,133)
Diversion
3.8% (120)
Dismissed
26.9% (840)
Acquitted
0.4% (12)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.3 years
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
3.2 years
Avg Probation
9.6%
Prison Rate
10.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 324 6.2 months
State Prison Facility 299 4.2 years

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
Black 1,604 41.5% 31.5%
Not Available 1,324 25.6% 24.4%
Asian 21 23.8% 38.1%

Age Distribution

7.3%
Under 21
27.6%
21-29
29.5%
30-39
18.1%
40-49
9.7%
50-59
7.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 778 30.8% 21.7% 2.0 years
2024 1,078 35.0% 22.3% 2.2 years
2025 1,267 31.6% 34.0% 2.6 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 974
NULL NULL 694
Felony Third Degree 609
Misdemeanor First Degree 463
Felony Second Degree 231
Infraction NULL 121
Local NULL 15
Felony First Degree 14
County NULL 2

Related Charges in Broward County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 20,241 20.4% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,143 61.5% 1.1%
Drug Possession 5,290 56.2% 7.8%
Resisting Officer 4,126 51.8% 3.0%
Trespassing 3,442 51.5% 3.2%
Battery 2,519 51.1% 5.5%
DUI 2,395 83.5% 3.0%
Fraud 2,358 58.1% 2.2%

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26.9% of Other cases in Broward County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Broward County?
The guilty rate is 32.6% based on 3,123 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Broward County?
Adjudication is withheld in 36.3% 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 Other in Broward County?
The average sentence is 2.3 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Broward 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 · 3,123 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026