Probation Violation in Hendry County, Florida

381
Total Cases
87.7%
Guilty Rate
0.3%
Withheld Rate
11.8%
Dismissal Rate
2.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 381 Probation Violation cases in Hendry County (2023-2025), 87.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.3% had adjudication withheld, and 11.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.9 months. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.3% used a public defender.

Facing Probation Violation charges in Hendry County?
Guilty
87.7% (334)
Withheld
0.3% (1)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
11.8% (45)
Acquitted
0.3% (1)
2.9 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
8.2 months
Avg Probation
0.5%
Prison Rate
57.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 217 2.8 months
State Prison Facility 2 1 year

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 159 90.6% 8.8%
Black 99 89.9% 10.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native 11 100.0% 0.0%
6.3%
Under 21
25.7%
21-29
33.3%
30-39
18.9%
40-49
11.3%
50-59
4.5%
60+
Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 120 88.3% 10.8% 3.5 months
2024 125 85.6% 13.6% 2.5 months
2025 136 89.0% 11.0% 2.8 months
Level Degree Cases
Not Applicable Not Applicable 336
Misdemeanor First Degree 45
Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 2,068 59.3% 0.1%
Drug Possession 1,140 73.3% 0.0%
Other 610 41.5% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 432 76.6% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 415 66.7% 0.2%
Escape / Failure to Appear 326 25.5% 74.2%
Battery 314 70.4% 1.0%
DUI 262 98.5% 0.8%

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What is the guilty rate for Probation Violation in Hendry County?
The guilty rate is 87.7% based on 381 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Probation Violation in Hendry County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.3% 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 Hendry County?
The average sentence is 2.9 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hendry 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 · 381 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026