Other in Lake County, Florida

4,297
Total Cases
16.3%
Guilty Rate
5.8%
Withheld Rate
1.4%
Dismissal Rate
2.5 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 4,297 Other cases in Lake County (2023-2025), 16.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 5.8% had adjudication withheld, and 1.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.5 years, with an average fine of $77.64. 21.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 24.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
16.3% (700)
Withheld
5.8% (251)
Diversion
2.3% (99)
Dismissed
1.4% (62)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.5 years
Avg Sentence
1 year, 2 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
$77.64
Avg Fine
3.1%
Prison Rate
2.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 135 4.2 years
County Jail 118 6.1 months

Counsel Analysis

2,336
Self or Unrepresented
3.8% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
1,040
Public Defender
36.2% guilty · 2.1% dismissed
921
Private Attorney
25.6% guilty · 3.3% 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 2,883 16.6% 1.9%
Black 1,248 17.0% 0.5%
Asian 23 4.3% 4.3%

Age Distribution

8.1%
Under 21
27.6%
21-29
27.8%
30-39
19.1%
40-49
10.3%
50-59
7.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 871 24.5% 2.5% 2.2 years
2024 1,605 14.6% 1.5% 2.5 years
2025 1,821 13.9% 0.9% 2.9 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Infraction Not Applicable 3,004
Misdemeanor Second Degree 404
Felony Third Degree 275
Misdemeanor First Degree 141
Infraction NULL 123
Felony Second Degree 108
Local Not Applicable 73
Felony NULL 71
Misdemeanor NULL 54
County Not Applicable 34
County NULL 5
Felony First Degree 3
Local NULL 2

Related Charges in Lake County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 6,632 72.1% 0.6%
Drug Possession 4,332 77.5% 0.8%
Larceny / Theft 2,849 67.6% 1.1%
Battery 1,797 56.1% 1.7%
Resisting Officer 1,568 81.2% 2.0%
DUI 1,270 98.7% 0.8%
Trespassing 1,157 83.8% 4.4%
Sex Offense 920 87.3% 6.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Lake County?
The guilty rate is 16.3% based on 4,297 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Lake County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.8% 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 Lake County?
The average sentence is 2.5 years, with an average fine of $77.64.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
24.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 21.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lake 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 · 4,297 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026