Other in Escambia County, Florida

4,132
Total Cases
36.0%
Guilty Rate
16.2%
Withheld Rate
5.9%
Dismissal Rate
2.4 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 4,132 Other cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 36.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.2% had adjudication withheld, and 5.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.4 years, with an average fine of $440.79. 0.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 2.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
36.0% (1,489)
Withheld
16.2% (671)
Diversion
21.5% (889)
Dismissed
5.9% (245)
Acquitted
0.8% (35)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.4 years
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
2.3 years
Avg Probation
$440.79
Avg Fine
4.3%
Prison Rate
5.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 216 5.5 months
State Prison Facility 177 4.7 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 3.3 years

Counsel Analysis

643
Other
68.9% guilty · 10.4% dismissed
605
Self or Unrepresented
72.9% guilty · 6.6% dismissed
95
Public Defender
68.4% guilty · 4.2% dismissed
20
Conflict Counsel
70.0% guilty · 10.0% dismissed
14
Private Attorney
57.1% guilty · 21.4% dismissed
8
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
37.5% guilty · 12.5% 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 1,840 36.6% 7.1%
Black 1,005 50.4% 6.3%
Asian 14 14.3% 21.4%

Age Distribution

6.1%
Under 21
18.8%
21-29
26.5%
30-39
22.1%
40-49
14.4%
50-59
12.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,268 32.0% 10.6% 2.6 years
2024 1,296 37.1% 2.7% 2.1 years
2025 1,568 38.4% 4.8% 2.4 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 2,467
Not Applicable Not Applicable 880
Felony Third Degree 287
Misdemeanor Second Degree 220
Felony Second Degree 136
Misdemeanor First Degree 133
Felony First Degree 8
Felony Life 1

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%
DUI 1,374 90.6% 6.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 36.0% based on 4,132 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.2% 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 Escambia County?
The average sentence is 2.4 years, with an average fine of $440.79.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
2.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 4,132 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026