Other in Lee County, Florida

1,124
Total Cases
70.6%
Guilty Rate
21.0%
Withheld Rate
1.5%
Dismissal Rate
2.1 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,124 Other cases in Lee County (2023-2025), 70.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 21.0% had adjudication withheld, and 1.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.1 years. 9.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 18.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
70.6% (793)
Withheld
21.0% (236)
Diversion
2.9% (33)
Dismissed
1.5% (17)
Acquitted
0.5% (6)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.1 years
Avg Sentence
4.8 months
Median Sentence
2.1 years
Avg Probation
12.8%
Prison Rate
24.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 277 3.4 months
State Prison Facility 144 5.6 years

Counsel Analysis

207
Public Defender
66.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
103
Private Attorney
67.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
82
Self or Unrepresented
48.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
11
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
100.0% guilty · 0.0% 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 753 70.4% 1.2%
Black 280 77.5% 1.8%
Asian 15 13.3% 20.0%

Age Distribution

8.6%
Under 21
19.7%
21-29
28.7%
30-39
20.8%
40-49
14.4%
50-59
7.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 344 73.0% 2.6% 1 year, 5 months
2024 384 68.2% 1.0% 1 year, 11 months
2025 396 70.7% 1.0% 2.8 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 473
Felony Third Degree 328
Misdemeanor First Degree 171
Felony Second Degree 140
Not Applicable Not Applicable 9
Felony First Degree 3

Related Charges in Lee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 5,953 79.4% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 5,651 78.7% 0.1%
DUI 3,521 98.2% 0.6%
Larceny / Theft 2,186 81.9% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 1,991 85.2% 1.6%
Battery 1,752 69.5% 1.8%
Trespassing 1,425 88.0% 4.5%
Burglary 646 76.0% 0.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Lee County?
The guilty rate is 70.6% based on 1,124 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Lee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 21.0% 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 Lee County?
The average sentence is 2.1 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
18.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 9.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lee 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 · 1,124 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026