Other in St. Lucie County, Florida

1,570
Total Cases
74.3%
Guilty Rate
12.0%
Withheld Rate
8.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.2 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,570 Other cases in St. Lucie County (2023-2025), 74.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 12.0% had adjudication withheld, and 8.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.2 years, with an average fine of $651.32. 17.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 24.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
74.3% (1,166)
Withheld
12.0% (189)
Diversion
1.1% (17)
Dismissed
8.0% (126)
Acquitted
2.7% (43)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.2 years
Avg Sentence
1 year
Median Sentence
1 year, 12 months
Avg Probation
$651.32
Avg Fine
28.3%
Prison Rate
31.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 494 6.1 months
State Prison Facility 445 4.0 years

Counsel Analysis

377
Public Defender
82.5% guilty · 2.7% dismissed
281
Private Attorney
77.9% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
89
Conflict Counsel
83.1% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
22
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
36.4% guilty · 4.5% 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 617 77.8% 5.2%
Black 591 81.7% 5.4%
Not Available 166 47.0% 33.1%
Asian 10 80.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

11.4%
Under 21
23.3%
21-29
27.0%
30-39
17.2%
40-49
13.3%
50-59
7.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 503 72.8% 11.7% 2.0 years
2024 481 68.6% 8.7% 2.3 years
2025 586 80.2% 4.3% 2.2 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 668
Misdemeanor First Degree 283
Misdemeanor Second Degree 183
Felony Second Degree 145
Local Not Applicable 135
NULL NULL 86
Local NULL 26
County NULL 25
County Not Applicable 12
Felony First Degree 7

Related Charges in St. Lucie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,553 73.5% 7.8%
Traffic Offense 2,435 83.4% 0.4%
Battery 1,919 59.7% 8.3%
Larceny / Theft 1,859 79.2% 2.0%
DUI 1,559 98.5% 0.4%
Resisting Officer 1,213 81.7% 4.7%
Fraud 992 65.6% 4.0%
Trespassing 686 76.2% 9.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in St. Lucie County?
The guilty rate is 74.3% based on 1,570 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in St. Lucie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.0% 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 St. Lucie County?
The average sentence is 2.2 years, with an average fine of $651.32.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
24.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 17.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Lucie 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 · 1,570 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026