Other in Sarasota County, Florida

3,272
Total Cases
69.6%
Guilty Rate
13.8%
Withheld Rate
6.6%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 3,272 Other cases in Sarasota County (2023-2025), 69.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.8% had adjudication withheld, and 6.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $1,176. 0.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
69.6% (2,276)
Withheld
13.8% (452)
Diversion
7.7% (252)
Dismissed
6.6% (216)
Acquitted
0.4% (12)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence
6.1 months
Median Sentence
2.4 years
Avg Probation
$1,176
Avg Fine
9.0%
Prison Rate
15.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 518 4.1 months
State Prison Facility 294 4.4 years

Counsel Analysis

12
Private Attorney
91.7% 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 2,388 69.0% 7.6%
Black 665 79.5% 4.5%

Age Distribution

5.9%
Under 21
11.9%
21-29
22.0%
30-39
21.1%
40-49
19.1%
50-59
19.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,051 61.8% 9.5% 1 year, 4 months
2024 1,135 70.7% 7.9% 2.3 years
2025 1,086 75.9% 2.4% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Local NULL 1,514
Felony Third Degree 675
Misdemeanor Second Degree 520
Misdemeanor First Degree 280
Felony Second Degree 137
County NULL 119
Not Applicable Not Applicable 12
NULL NULL 8
Felony First Degree 7

Related Charges in Sarasota County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 11,831 40.4% 2.2%
Drug Possession 7,590 72.3% 1.9%
Larceny / Theft 3,001 61.3% 2.4%
DUI 2,300 96.5% 1.0%
Battery 2,135 56.7% 3.4%
Sex Offense 2,099 89.1% 1.5%
Resisting Officer 1,757 67.9% 2.6%
Trespassing 1,618 73.1% 9.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Sarasota County?
The guilty rate is 69.6% based on 3,272 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Sarasota County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.8% 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 Sarasota County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $1,176.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sarasota 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 · 3,272 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026