Other in Putnam County, Florida
183 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Putnam County pursued an aggressive conviction strategy for "Other" charges. Convictions reached 79.2 percent, far above statewide norms, with no dismissals recorded against the state average of 8.2 percent. Diversion programs touched only 1.6 percent. Withheld adjudication occurred in 18.6 percent. The absence of dismissals combined with high convictions and minimal diversion reflects Putnam's State Attorney philosophy: pursuing conviction rather than dismissal or diversion.
Confinement was substantial. Prison sentences were imposed in 32.2 percent and jail in 35.5 percent—a combined 67.7 percent facing incarceration, among the highest in Florida. Average sentences reached 900 days with median 364 days. Probation averaged 1,011 days. Fines were minimal at $81. Public defenders represented 32.2 percent and private counsel only 4.4 percent, reflecting an overwhelmingly indigent docket.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 79.2% of 183 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 183 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 183 | 3.4 months |
| State Prison Facility | 181 | 4.0 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Other sentencing in Putnam County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 125 | 81.6% | 0.0% |
| Black | 42 | 78.6% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 218 | 63.8% | 1.8% | 1 year, 8 months |
| 2024 | 239 | 69.0% | 0.0% | 2.2 years |
| 2025 | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% | 2.5 years |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 209 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 183 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 172 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 73 |
| Not Applicable | Not Applicable | 2 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
| Criminal Mischief | 58 | 75.9% | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Other in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 79.2% based on 183 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.6% of cases (2025). 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 2.5 years, with an average fine of $81 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
32.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.4% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Other in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 183 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/other/putnam
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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 · 183 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com