Perjury in St. Lucie County, Florida

146
Total Cases
79.5%
Guilty Rate
11.6%
Withheld Rate
4.1%
Dismissal Rate
2.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 146 Perjury cases in St. Lucie County (2023-2025), 79.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.6% had adjudication withheld, and 4.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.3 years, with an average fine of $598.00. 19.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 25.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
79.5% (116)
Withheld
11.6% (17)
Diversion
1.4% (2)
Dismissed
4.1% (6)
Acquitted
0.7% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.3 years
Avg Sentence
1 year, 3 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 12 months
Avg Probation
$598.00
Avg Fine
37.0%
Prison Rate
28.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 54 3.7 years
County Jail 42 5.7 months

Counsel Analysis

37
Public Defender
73.0% guilty · 5.4% dismissed
28
Private Attorney
78.6% guilty · 3.6% 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 69 79.7% 4.3%
Black 64 81.2% 1.6%

Age Distribution

6.2%
Under 21
31.5%
21-29
32.9%
30-39
17.8%
40-49
7.5%
50-59
4.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 49 79.6% 0.0% 1 year, 8 months
2024 55 81.8% 1.8% 2.7 years
2025 42 76.2% 11.9% 2.6 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 105
Misdemeanor First Degree 35
Misdemeanor Second Degree 6

Related Charges in St. Lucie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,553 73.5% 7.8%
Traffic Offense 2,435 83.4% 0.4%
Battery 1,919 59.7% 8.3%
Larceny / Theft 1,859 79.2% 2.0%
Other 1,570 74.3% 8.0%
DUI 1,559 98.5% 0.4%
Resisting Officer 1,213 81.7% 4.7%
Fraud 992 65.6% 4.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Perjury in St. Lucie County?
The guilty rate is 79.5% based on 146 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in St. Lucie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.6% 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 St. Lucie County?
The average sentence is 2.3 years, with an average fine of $598.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
25.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 19.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Lucie 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 · 146 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026