Probation Violation in Florida
12,871
Total Cases
78.5%
Guilty Rate
4.0%
Dismissal Rate
7.0%
Withheld Rate
5.0 months
Avg Sentence
Based on 12,871 Probation Violation cases across 46 Florida counties (2023-2025), the statewide guilty rate is 78.5% with a 4.0% dismissal rate. Adjudication was withheld in 7.0% of cases. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.0 months, with an average fine of $275.40.
Probation Violation by County
| County | Cases | Guilty Rate | Withheld | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinellas | 1,333 | 88.1% | 8.6% | 0.8% | 6.7 months |
| Seminole | 1,163 | 21.6% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 3.9 months |
| Marion | 946 | 92.5% | 7.4% | 0.0% | 3.0 months |
| Martin | 828 | 95.7% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 3.6 months |
| Pasco | 824 | 81.4% | 11.3% | 0.8% | 5.3 months |
| Alachua | 777 | 92.7% | 5.0% | 1.7% | 5.6 months |
| Volusia | 645 | 79.8% | 12.2% | 2.8% | 2.9 months |
| Nassau | 565 | 69.4% | 10.1% | 20.2% | 10.2 months |
| Palm Beach | 455 | 77.1% | 9.2% | 0.9% | 4.4 months |
| Hendry | 381 | 87.7% | 0.3% | 11.8% | 2.9 months |
| Sarasota | 352 | 90.1% | 6.8% | 0.6% | 9.4 months |
| Lake | 351 | 95.4% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 6.3 months |
| Bay | 307 | 88.6% | 7.5% | 0.7% | 2.7 months |
| Manatee | 306 | 86.3% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 4.9 months |
| Polk | 296 | 60.5% | 6.8% | 14.2% | 4.0 months |
| Hernando | 282 | 95.4% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 4.2 months |
| Citrus | 251 | 95.2% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 6.9 months |
| Miami-Dade | 243 | 30.5% | 18.5% | 45.3% | 8.5 months |
| St. Lucie | 234 | 92.7% | 4.3% | 0.4% | 7.3 months |
| Hillsborough | 211 | 78.2% | 11.8% | 1.4% | 4.5 months |
| Lee | 188 | 88.3% | 5.3% | 4.8% | 2.9 months |
| Orange | 152 | 61.8% | 24.3% | 3.3% | 4.3 months |
| Clay | 146 | 91.8% | 8.2% | 0.0% | 4.5 months |
| Sumter | 144 | 93.1% | 6.9% | 0.0% | 4.4 months |
| Duval | 140 | 45.0% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 5.1 months |
| Charlotte | 120 | 95.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 6.0 months |
| Collier | 119 | 93.3% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 5.5 months |
| Brevard | 113 | 64.6% | 4.4% | 23.0% | 2.7 months |
| Broward | 113 | 64.6% | 31.0% | 4.4% | 3.6 months |
| Osceola | 110 | 81.8% | 13.6% | 0.9% | 3.2 months |
| Indian River | 106 | 96.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 7.1 months |
| Santa Rosa | 103 | 87.4% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 4.9 months |
| Leon | 89 | 56.2% | 9.0% | 4.5% | 4.2 months |
| Okeechobee | 74 | 86.5% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 3.8 months |
| Putnam | 74 | 97.3% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 3.0 months |
| Okaloosa | 72 | 76.4% | 8.3% | 5.6% | 4.0 months |
| St. Johns | 60 | 81.7% | 10.0% | 3.3% | 3.0 months |
| Highlands | 59 | 47.5% | 0.0% | 52.5% | 3.8 months |
| Levy | 31 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 3.3 months |
| Monroe | 25 | 92.0% | 8.0% | 0.0% | 3.2 months |
| Bradford | 18 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 4.0 months |
| Walton | 15 | 93.3% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 4.1 months |
| Franklin | 14 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 1.7 months |
| Baker | 13 | 92.3% | 7.7% | 0.0% | 2.3 months |
| Desoto | 13 | 92.3% | 7.7% | 0.0% | 4.4 months |
| Wakulla | 10 | 60.0% | 20.0% | 20.0% | 3.6 months |
Year-Over-Year Trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3,900 | 77.9% | 4.0% | 4.6 months |
| 2024 | 4,393 | 78.1% | 4.4% | 4.8 months |
| 2025 | 4,559 | 79.2% | 3.7% | 5.3 months |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Probation Violation in Florida?
The statewide guilty rate for Probation Violation is 78.5% based on 12,871 cases from 46 counties (2023-2025).
What is the dismissal rate for Probation Violation in Florida?
The statewide dismissal rate for Probation Violation is 4.0% across all Florida counties.
How does Probation Violation sentencing vary by county?
Sentencing for Probation Violation varies significantly by county. Browse the county breakdown table above to compare guilty rates, dismissal rates, and average sentences across all 46 counties.
What does adjudication withheld mean for Probation Violation?
Adjudication withheld means the court found sufficient evidence of guilt but chose not to formally convict the defendant. This is unique to Florida and means the charge does not appear as a conviction on the defendant's record, though the arrest record remains. For Probation Violation, adjudication is withheld in 7.0% of cases statewide.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 12,871 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026