Other in Marion County, Florida

8,998
Total Cases
66.7%
Guilty Rate
12.3%
Withheld Rate
12.8%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 8,998 Other cases in Marion County (2023-2025), 66.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 12.3% had adjudication withheld, and 12.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $714.40. 2.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 12.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
66.7% (6,006)
Withheld
12.3% (1,111)
Diversion
1.1% (95)
Dismissed
12.8% (1,156)
Acquitted
0.4% (37)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence
6.8 months
Median Sentence
2.5 years
Avg Probation
$714.40
Avg Fine
8.2%
Prison Rate
12.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,116 3.0 months
State Prison Facility 740 4.3 years

Counsel Analysis

2,988
Self or Unrepresented
70.7% guilty · 7.3% dismissed
1,079
Public Defender
77.4% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
201
Private Attorney
47.3% guilty · 2.0% 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 5,134 65.4% 12.8%
Black 1,517 70.9% 4.2%
Not Available 41 58.5% 39.0%
Asian 21 52.4% 14.3%

Age Distribution

3.8%
Under 21
14.6%
21-29
27.3%
30-39
21.5%
40-49
17.1%
50-59
15.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,618 67.8% 11.2% 1 year, 8 months
2024 2,995 65.8% 12.5% 1 year, 7 months
2025 3,385 66.7% 14.5% 2.4 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Not Applicable Not Applicable 6,964
Felony Third Degree 1,089
Felony Second Degree 351
Misdemeanor Second Degree 303
Misdemeanor First Degree 275
Felony First Degree 14
Felony Life 2

Related Charges in Marion County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 8,981 77.5% 2.2%
Traffic Offense 6,934 61.4% 0.2%
Larceny / Theft 4,060 81.4% 0.3%
Battery 2,533 70.3% 0.6%
Resisting Officer 2,313 85.6% 0.4%
Trespassing 1,679 85.3% 0.1%
DUI 1,464 98.8% 0.3%
Sex Offense 1,463 93.6% 0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Marion County?
The guilty rate is 66.7% based on 8,998 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Marion County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.3% 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 Marion County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $714.40.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
12.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 2.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Marion 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 · 8,998 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026