Perjury in Highlands County, Florida
30 cases (2023-2025) · Highlands County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Highlands County prosecutes perjury aggressively with the third-highest conviction rate of 83.3% and zero diversion programs compared to the 5.8% statewide average. Dismissals occur slightly above statewide (3.3% versus 1.7%), but withheld adjudication is rare at 10% versus 20.1% statewide, ensuring convictions appear permanently on records. The State Attorney takes a strict stance, offering minimal alternatives to prosecution.
Convicted defendants face substantial prison time: 23.3% go to prison with a median sentence of 1,370 days and average of 1,032 days, well above most counties. Probation averages 848 days. Fines are minimal at $275. Most rely on public defenders (20%), with few affording private counsel. This harsh sentencing profile indicates the county views perjury as serious criminal conduct warranting significant incarceration.
Figures cover 30 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 83.3% of 30 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 30 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 7 | 4.6 years |
| County Jail | 5 | 3.4 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Perjury sentencing in Highlands County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 20 | 85.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 60.0% | 0.0% | 1.0 months |
| 2025 | 21 | 85.7% | 4.8% | 3.1 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 18 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 10 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 2 |
Related Charges in Highlands County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 754 | 64.2% | 1.6% |
| Drug Possession | 571 | 89.1% | 0.7% |
| Other | 332 | 75.6% | 7.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 256 | 85.5% | 1.6% |
| Resisting Officer | 208 | 85.6% | 2.4% |
| Battery | 246 | 80.9% | 2.8% |
| Trespassing | 138 | 84.8% | 2.9% |
| Fraud | 97 | 73.2% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Perjury in Highlands County?
The guilty rate is 83.3% based on 30 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in Highlands County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.0% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Perjury in Highlands County?
The average sentence is 2.8 years, with an average fine of $275 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
20.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.3% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Perjury in Highlands County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 30 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/perjury/highlands
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Highlands 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 · 30 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com