Probation Violation in Citrus County, Florida

251
Total Cases
95.2%
Guilty Rate
3.2%
Withheld Rate
0.4%
Dismissal Rate
6.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 251 Probation Violation cases in Citrus County (2023-2025), 95.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 3.2% had adjudication withheld, and 0.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 6.9 months, with an average fine of $1,050. 6.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 55.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
95.2% (239)
Withheld
3.2% (8)
Diversion
1.2% (3)
Dismissed
0.4% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

6.9 months
Avg Sentence
6.1 months
Median Sentence
11.9 months
Avg Probation
$1,050
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
89.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 224 6.9 months

Counsel Analysis

139
Public Defender
97.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
15
Private Attorney
93.3% 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 168 94.0% 0.6%
Black 74 97.3% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.4%
Under 21
27.1%
21-29
16.7%
30-39
44.2%
40-49
8.8%
50-59
2.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 35 91.4% 0.0% 4.2 months
2024 112 94.6% 0.9% 7.0 months
2025 104 97.1% 0.0% 7.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 248
NULL NULL 3

Related Charges in Citrus County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 4,548 50.5% 11.7%
Drug Possession 3,206 73.1% 1.2%
Traffic Offense 2,566 67.8% 2.5%
Battery 1,204 60.2% 2.5%
Larceny / Theft 863 74.5% 1.0%
Resisting Officer 714 75.6% 1.4%
DUI 631 99.0% 0.3%
Trespassing 395 85.6% 1.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Probation Violation in Citrus County?
The guilty rate is 95.2% based on 251 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Probation Violation in Citrus County?
Adjudication is withheld in 3.2% 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 Probation Violation in Citrus County?
The average sentence is 6.9 months, with an average fine of $1,050.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
55.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Citrus 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 · 251 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026