Probation Violation in Highlands County, Florida

59
Total Cases
47.5%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
52.5%
Dismissal Rate
3.8 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 59 Probation Violation cases in Highlands County (2023-2025), 47.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.0% had adjudication withheld, and 52.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.8 months, with an average fine of $214.45. 3.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 15.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
47.5% (28)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
52.5% (31)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.8 months
Avg Sentence
4.0 months
Median Sentence
8.1 months
Avg Probation
$214.45
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
39.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 23 3.8 months

Counsel Analysis

9
Public Defender
100.0% 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 57 45.6% 54.4%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
55.9%
21-29
22.0%
30-39
11.9%
40-49
10.2%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 14 100.0% 0.0% 3.5 months
2024 37 16.2% 83.8% 4.3 months
2025 8 100.0% 0.0% 3.8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 59

Related Charges in Highlands County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 2,376 58.4% 2.1%
Drug Possession 1,896 91.5% 0.5%
Other 934 68.0% 10.0%
Larceny / Theft 792 87.2% 1.4%
Resisting Officer 688 88.4% 2.8%
Battery 647 82.7% 2.8%
Trespassing 403 84.4% 4.0%
Fraud 300 86.3% 0.3%

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52.5% of Probation Violation cases in Highlands County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Probation Violation in Highlands County?
The guilty rate is 47.5% based on 59 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Probation Violation in Highlands County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Highlands County?
The average sentence is 3.8 months, with an average fine of $214.45.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
15.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Highlands 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 · 59 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026