Resisting Officer in Alachua County, Florida

1,083
Total Cases
78.9%
Guilty Rate
9.7%
Withheld Rate
0.9%
Dismissal Rate
9.8 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,083 Resisting Officer cases in Alachua County (2023-2025), 78.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 9.7% had adjudication withheld, and 0.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 9.8 months, with an average fine of $1,456. 3.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 31.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
78.9% (854)
Withheld
9.7% (105)
Diversion
8.3% (90)
Dismissed
0.9% (10)
Acquitted
0.6% (6)

Sentencing Breakdown

9.8 months
Avg Sentence
3.8 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 11 months
Avg Probation
$1,456
Avg Fine
8.6%
Prison Rate
48.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 520 4.4 months
State Prison Facility 93 3.3 years

Counsel Analysis

346
Public Defender
79.5% guilty · 1.2% dismissed
40
Private Attorney
55.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
28
Self or Unrepresented
60.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
22
Conflict Counsel
95.5% 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
Black 724 82.7% 1.0%
White 350 72.0% 0.9%

Age Distribution

11.4%
Under 21
31.3%
21-29
30.8%
30-39
16.6%
40-49
7.0%
50-59
2.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 334 80.8% 0.6% 8.8 months
2024 328 83.2% 2.1% 8.1 months
2025 421 73.9% 0.2% 12.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 885
Felony Third Degree 183
Felony Second Degree 7
Misdemeanor Second Degree 4
Felony First Degree 2
Felony Life 2

Related Charges in Alachua County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 2,599 65.8% 0.0%
Drug Possession 2,459 80.4% 0.2%
Larceny / Theft 2,019 81.2% 0.5%
Battery 1,648 64.6% 1.9%
Other 1,219 69.8% 2.1%
Trespassing 966 85.3% 1.8%
Probation Violation 777 92.7% 1.7%
Fraud 744 79.7% 0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Alachua County?
The guilty rate is 78.9% based on 1,083 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Alachua County?
Adjudication is withheld in 9.7% 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 Resisting Officer in Alachua County?
The average sentence is 9.8 months, with an average fine of $1,456.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
31.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Alachua 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 · 1,083 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026