Perjury in Palm Beach County, Florida
89 cases (2025) · Palm Beach County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, perjury cases in Palm Beach County diverged from statewide patterns. The State Attorney diverted 21.3% of cases—nearly four times the statewide average of 5.7%—allowing defendants to avoid conviction through program completion. Adjudication withheld occurred in only 6.7% of cases versus 20.6% statewide, and zero formal dismissals were granted despite the 1.8% statewide average. Among fully prosecuted cases, 70.8% ended in guilty verdicts.
Among convicted defendants, 60.6% faced confinement, primarily jail sentences averaging 414.6 days with a median of 156.5 days. Probation averaged two years. Over half were represented by public defenders, while 38.2% had private attorneys—the highest share observed for this charge—reflecting Palm Beach's greater population density and resource diversity.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 70.8% of 89 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 89 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 82 | 3.3 months |
| State Prison Facility | 41 | 3.3 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Perjury sentencing in Palm Beach County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Perjury in Palm Beach County?
The guilty rate is 70.8% based on 89 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in Palm Beach County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.7% of cases (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 Palm Beach County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 1 year, 2 months (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 38.2% retain private counsel (2025).
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 46 | 76.1% | 0.0% |
| White | 43 | 65.1% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 65 | 58.5% | 1.5% | 1 year, 5 months |
| 2024 | 64 | 59.4% | 0.0% | 1 year, 5 months |
| 2025 | 89 | 70.8% | 0.0% | 1 year, 2 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 117 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 84 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 16 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Palm Beach County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 18,615 | 27.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 5,545 | 11.7% | 0.4% |
| Drug Possession | 3,575 | 68.3% | 0.3% |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,172 | 64.3% | 0.5% |
| Battery | 2,688 | 45.3% | 0.5% |
| Trespassing | 2,272 | 69.6% | 1.2% |
| Resisting Officer | 2,093 | 62.0% | 0.5% |
| DUI | 1,692 | 95.6% | 0.3% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Perjury in Palm Beach County, Florida (2025). Based on 89 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/perjury/palm-beach
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Palm Beach 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 · 89 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com