Other in Holmes County, Florida
89 cases (2025) · Holmes County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Holmes County prosecuted "Other" offenses aggressively, with 90.9 percent convicted—far exceeding statewide norms. Dismissals occurred in only 1.1 percent of cases against the state average of 8.2 percent, and no cases were routed to pre-trial diversion despite the statewide rate of 8.5 percent. The combination of high convictions and minimal diversion reflects Holmes County's prosecution stance, where cases proceed to conviction at among the highest rates in Florida.
Confinement was substantial. Prison sentences were imposed in 26.1 percent and jail in 21.6 percent—nearly half the docket. Average sentences reached 974 days with median 548 days. Probation averaged 1,243 days, more than three years. Public defenders represented 19.3 percent and private counsel 14.8 percent. Average fines were $1,025.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Other charge in Holmes County makes it in front of a judge. Of 286 prosecutor decisions on Other charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 10.1% — below the 43.1% 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 — 91.0% of 89 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 89 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 73 | 3.7 years |
| County Jail | 69 | 4.2 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Other sentencing in Holmes County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Other in Holmes County?
The guilty rate is 91.0% based on 89 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Holmes County?
Adjudication is withheld in 7.9% 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 Other in Holmes County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 2.7 years, with an average fine of $1,014 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
19.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 14.6% retain private counsel (2025).
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 | 71 | 94.4% | 0.0% |
| Black | 14 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 94 | 74.5% | 7.4% | 1 year, 3 months |
| 2024 | 84 | 85.7% | 2.4% | 2.8 years |
| 2025 | 89 | 91.0% | 1.1% | 2.7 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 108 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 52 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 45 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 42 |
| Not Applicable | Not Applicable | 19 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Holmes County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 359 | 88.9% | 0.3% |
| Traffic Offense | 129 | 71.3% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 100 | 83.0% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 62 | 90.3% | 0.0% |
| Disorderly Conduct | 46 | 60.9% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 35 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
| Drug Sale | 78 (2023-2025) | 98.7% | 0.0% |
| Child Abuse / Neglect | 74 (2023-2025) | 86.5% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Other in Holmes County, Florida (2025). Based on 89 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/other/holmes
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Holmes 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 · 89 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com