Perjury in Manatee County, Florida

84
Total Cases
69.0%
Guilty Rate
20.2%
Withheld Rate
3.6%
Dismissal Rate
2.6 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 84 Perjury cases in Manatee County (2023-2025), 69.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.2% had adjudication withheld, and 3.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.6 years, with an average fine of $5,620. 8.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 29.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
69.0% (58)
Withheld
20.2% (17)
Diversion
7.1% (6)
Dismissed
3.6% (3)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.6 years
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 11 months
Avg Probation
$5,620
Avg Fine
22.6%
Prison Rate
25.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 21 5.7 months
State Prison Facility 19 4.9 years

Counsel Analysis

25
Public Defender
84.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Self or Unrepresented
12.5% guilty · 25.0% dismissed
7
Private Attorney
42.9% 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 50 70.0% 4.0%
Black 30 70.0% 3.3%

Age Distribution

8.3%
Under 21
26.2%
21-29
31.0%
30-39
26.2%
40-49
4.8%
50-59
3.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 23 73.9% 4.3% 2.0 years
2024 25 64.0% 8.0% 1 year, 7 months
2025 36 69.4% 0.0% 3.7 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 58
Misdemeanor First Degree 20
Misdemeanor Second Degree 6

Related Charges in Manatee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 14,788 44.5% 2.5%
Drug Possession 5,094 65.7% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 2,751 58.6% 3.5%
Battery 1,908 57.1% 4.4%
Other 1,811 48.3% 2.9%
Resisting Officer 1,585 71.0% 3.7%
Trespassing 1,194 72.9% 7.6%
Fraud 1,003 68.3% 1.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Perjury in Manatee County?
The guilty rate is 69.0% based on 84 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in Manatee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.2% 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 Manatee County?
The average sentence is 2.6 years, with an average fine of $5,620.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
29.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 8.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Manatee 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 · 84 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026