Other in Polk County, Florida

8,162
Total Cases
43.2%
Guilty Rate
14.0%
Withheld Rate
4.2%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 8 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 8,162 Other cases in Polk County (2023-2025), 43.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 14.0% had adjudication withheld, and 4.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 8 months, with an average fine of $216.96. 9.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 16.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
43.2% (3,529)
Withheld
14.0% (1,143)
Diversion
3.9% (320)
Dismissed
4.2% (339)
Acquitted
0.3% (27)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 8 months
Avg Sentence
5.5 months
Median Sentence
2.7 years
Avg Probation
$216.96
Avg Fine
9.7%
Prison Rate
16.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,337 3.1 months
State Prison Facility 791 4.0 years
Confined to Juvenile Facility 4 0 days

Counsel Analysis

5,273
Self or Unrepresented
29.6% guilty · 3.8% dismissed
1,332
Public Defender
73.0% guilty · 8.8% dismissed
803
Private Attorney
59.4% guilty · 1.6% dismissed
13
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
84.6% 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 5,684 40.0% 3.9%
Black 2,332 52.5% 4.9%
Asian 73 21.9% 4.1%

Age Distribution

6.9%
Under 21
20.0%
21-29
27.5%
30-39
20.8%
40-49
13.8%
50-59
11.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,081 42.3% 1.5% 1 year, 8 months
2024 2,607 47.3% 4.3% 1 year, 7 months
2025 3,474 40.7% 5.7% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
County Not Applicable 1,943
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1,598
Felony Third Degree 1,382
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,351
Infraction Not Applicable 562
Local Not Applicable 550
Not Applicable Not Applicable 484
Felony Second Degree 254
Felony First Degree 21
Felony Life 11
Felony First Degree punishable by life 6

Related Charges in Polk County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 24,337 49.3% 0.2%
Drug Possession 17,533 79.4% 0.2%
Larceny / Theft 7,849 67.0% 0.6%
Resisting Officer 6,824 77.3% 1.3%
Battery 5,519 61.5% 2.4%
Trespassing 4,467 80.6% 3.7%
DUI 2,665 97.8% 0.8%
Sex Offense 2,588 57.3% 0.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Polk County?
The guilty rate is 43.2% based on 8,162 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Polk County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.0% 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 Polk County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 8 months, with an average fine of $216.96.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
16.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 9.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Polk 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 · 8,162 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026