Other in Miami-Dade County, Florida

17,318
Total Cases
16.9%
Guilty Rate
22.3%
Withheld Rate
54.7%
Dismissal Rate
2.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 17,318 Other cases in Miami-Dade County (2023-2025), 16.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 22.3% had adjudication withheld, and 54.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.3 years, with an average fine of $395.23. 20.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 14.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
16.9% (2,919)
Withheld
22.3% (3,856)
Diversion
5.8% (1,007)
Dismissed
54.7% (9,478)
Acquitted
0.3% (57)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.3 years
Avg Sentence
1 year
Median Sentence
4.6 years
Avg Probation
$395.23
Avg Fine
7.7%
Prison Rate
4.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 1,332 3.5 years
County Jail 817 6.4 months

Counsel Analysis

3,567
Private Attorney
24.4% guilty · 35.2% dismissed
2,488
Public Defender
66.2% guilty · 7.7% dismissed
175
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
77.1% guilty · 8.0% dismissed
129
Conflict Counsel
80.6% guilty · 1.6% 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 9,874 15.8% 52.7%
Not Available 4,233 1.2% 76.8%
Black 3,154 40.6% 31.7%
Asian 46 37.0% 39.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native 11 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.9%
Under 21
31.2%
21-29
30.3%
30-39
15.5%
40-49
10.3%
50-59
4.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 5,887 13.7% 58.2% 2.3 years
2024 7,016 16.6% 56.6% 2.5 years
2025 4,415 21.4% 47.1% 2.1 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 12,362
Felony Third Degree 2,315
Misdemeanor Second Degree 777
Misdemeanor First Degree 687
Not Applicable Not Applicable 591
Felony Second Degree 455
Felony First Degree 89
Infraction NULL 41
Felony Life 1

Related Charges in Miami-Dade County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Larceny / Theft 13,324 61.6% 1.0%
Drug Possession 6,986 65.1% 0.7%
Resisting Officer 6,189 50.6% 2.1%
Battery 5,809 42.9% 2.0%
Burglary 4,095 72.7% 1.1%
Fraud 4,065 41.6% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 3,507 56.1% 8.3%
Weapons Offense 3,012 61.0% 2.1%

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54.7% of Other cases in Miami-Dade County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Miami-Dade County?
The guilty rate is 16.9% based on 17,318 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Miami-Dade County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.3% 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 Miami-Dade County?
The average sentence is 2.3 years, with an average fine of $395.23.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
14.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 20.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Miami-Dade 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 · 17,318 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026