Perjury in Brevard County, Florida

39
Total Cases
66.7%
Guilty Rate
28.2%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 39 Perjury cases in Brevard County (2023-2025), 66.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 28.2% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 11 months. 15.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 33.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
66.7% (26)
Withheld
28.2% (11)
Diversion
2.6% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence
15 days
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
2.6%
Prison Rate
41.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 16 2.1 months
State Prison Facility 1 30.0 years

Counsel Analysis

13
Public Defender
84.6% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Private Attorney
33.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
28.2%
21-29
25.6%
30-39
15.4%
40-49
10.3%
50-59
20.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 9 66.7% 0.0% 10.0 years
2024 13 53.8% 0.0% 6.1 months
2025 17 76.5% 0.0% 1.8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 39

Related Charges in Brevard County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,553 68.7% 1.7%
Other 3,158 28.3% 29.4%
Drug Possession 2,070 72.5% 0.8%
Larceny / Theft 1,623 65.6% 0.6%
DUI 1,533 59.7% 0.9%
Trespassing 1,103 83.7% 0.6%
Battery 1,080 59.7% 2.1%
Contempt of Court 1,011 11.4% 84.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Perjury in Brevard County?
The guilty rate is 66.7% based on 39 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in Brevard County?
Adjudication is withheld in 28.2% 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 Perjury in Brevard County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 11 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
33.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 15.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Brevard 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 · 39 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026