Perjury in Sumter County, Florida

49
Total Cases
81.6%
Guilty Rate
12.2%
Withheld Rate
2.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 49 Perjury cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), 81.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 12.2% had adjudication withheld, and 2.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $673.81. 6.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 32.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
81.6% (40)
Withheld
12.2% (6)
Diversion
4.1% (2)
Dismissed
2.0% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
2.1 years
Avg Probation
$673.81
Avg Fine
26.5%
Prison Rate
30.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 15 6.5 months
State Prison Facility 13 3.3 years

Counsel Analysis

16
Public Defender
93.8% 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 28 75.0% 3.6%
Black 18 94.4% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.1%
Under 21
22.4%
21-29
36.7%
30-39
18.4%
40-49
12.2%
50-59
4.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 21 85.7% 4.8% 2.2 years
2024 16 87.5% 0.0% 1 year, 8 months
2025 12 66.7% 0.0% 1 year, 5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 42
Misdemeanor First Degree 4
Misdemeanor Second Degree 3

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Battery 1,047 64.5% 0.6%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 543 84.7% 0.0%
DUI 510 99.0% 0.2%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Perjury in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 81.6% based on 49 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.2% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $673.81.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
32.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 49 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026