Other in Pinellas County, Florida

20,743
Total Cases
13.9%
Guilty Rate
4.0%
Withheld Rate
0.4%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 20,743 Other cases in Pinellas County (2023-2025), 13.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 4.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 12 months, with an average fine of $59.34. 0.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
13.9% (2,876)
Withheld
4.0% (832)
Diversion
0.6% (128)
Dismissed
0.4% (86)
Acquitted
0.1% (27)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence
10.0 months
Median Sentence
2.6 years
Avg Probation
$59.34
Avg Fine
4.1%
Prison Rate
6.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,283 4.5 months
State Prison Facility 849 4.3 years

Counsel Analysis

20,456
Self or Unrepresented
13.5% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
137
Public Defender
38.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
117
Private Attorney
38.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
25
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
84.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Conflict Counsel
50.0% 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 9,498 15.8% 0.6%
Black 6,619 16.5% 0.4%
Asian 356 8.4% 0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native 42 23.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.6%
Under 21
27.5%
21-29
28.7%
30-39
18.1%
40-49
11.4%
50-59
7.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 6,942 13.6% 0.5% 1 year, 11 months
2024 7,391 13.7% 0.3% 2.1 years
2025 6,410 14.3% 0.4% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Infraction Not Applicable 12,082
Infraction NULL 4,674
Felony Third Degree 1,476
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1,180
Misdemeanor First Degree 891
Felony Second Degree 340
Felony First Degree 43
County Not Applicable 35
Local Not Applicable 8
Felony Life 6
Local NULL 6
County NULL 2

Related Charges in Pinellas County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 21,661 74.6% 1.4%
Traffic Offense 18,743 72.7% 1.6%
DUI 7,725 97.6% 0.8%
Trespassing 7,608 87.5% 4.2%
Larceny / Theft 7,002 75.4% 2.3%
Battery 5,805 56.4% 3.4%
Resisting Officer 4,980 77.8% 1.4%
Fraud 2,792 73.2% 4.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Pinellas County?
The guilty rate is 13.9% based on 20,743 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Pinellas County?
Adjudication is withheld in 4.0% 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 Pinellas County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 12 months, with an average fine of $59.34.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pinellas 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 · 20,743 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026