Perjury in Pasco County, Florida
37 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Pasco County prosecuted perjury far more aggressively than Monroe County or the state average. Convictions reached 45.9 percent compared to Monroe's 23.7 percent, and dismissals fell to zero against the statewide 1.8 percent. Adjudication was withheld in 37.8 percent of cases, still above the state median of 20.1 percent. Diversion served 16.2 percent of defendants, above statewide levels. The absence of any dismissals indicates Pasco prosecutors rarely concede cases, even when outcomes defer adjudication.
When sentences were imposed, they were severe: 978.5 days on average, matching the median, suggesting consistent long-term probation. Despite the lengthy sentences, actual incarceration was limited—only 5.4 percent combined jail and prison time. The split representation (40.5 percent private attorney, 40.5 percent public defender) reflects a middle-income defendant profile. Probation averaged 391 days, supporting a probation-intensive rather than incarceration-intensive approach.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 45.9% of 37 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 37 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 |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 19 | 5.5 years |
| County Jail | 11 | 4.4 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Perjury sentencing in Pasco County.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 30 | 46.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 45 | 71.1% | 0.0% | 3.7 years |
| 2024 | 31 | 58.1% | 9.7% | 3.5 years |
| 2025 | 37 | 45.9% | 0.0% | 2.7 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 74 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 34 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 4 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Pasco County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,788 | 75.3% | 0.4% |
| Traffic Offense | 2,250 | 69.2% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 1,446 | 52.2% | 2.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,264 | 64.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 756 | 54.5% | 0.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 788 | 76.0% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 718 | 95.8% | 2.4% |
| Trespassing | 519 | 73.4% | 4.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Perjury in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 45.9% based on 37 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 37.8% 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 Pasco County?
The average sentence is 2.7 years (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 40.5% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Perjury in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 37 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/perjury/pasco
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 37 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com