Resisting Officer in Charlotte County, Florida

655
Total Cases
89.3%
Guilty Rate
5.5%
Withheld Rate
0.5%
Dismissal Rate
9.6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 655 Resisting Officer cases in Charlotte County (2023-2025), 89.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 5.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 9.6 months, with an average fine of $402.85. 20.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
89.3% (585)
Withheld
5.5% (36)
Diversion
3.1% (20)
Dismissed
0.5% (3)
Acquitted
0.5% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

9.6 months
Avg Sentence
3.6 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
$402.85
Avg Fine
6.1%
Prison Rate
58.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 386 5.0 months
State Prison Facility 40 4.5 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 1 days

Counsel Analysis

132
Private Attorney
87.1% guilty · 0.8% dismissed
8
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
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 538 89.8% 0.6%
Black 110 86.4% 0.0%

Age Distribution

4.7%
Under 21
20.3%
21-29
37.4%
30-39
20.8%
40-49
11.1%
50-59
5.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 219 89.5% 0.5% 9.7 months
2024 221 91.9% 0.0% 10.0 months
2025 215 86.5% 0.9% 9.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 525
Felony Third Degree 104
Misdemeanor Second Degree 23
Felony Second Degree 2
Felony First Degree 1

Related Charges in Charlotte County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,000 64.1% 0.1%
Drug Possession 3,831 92.7% 0.1%
Larceny / Theft 1,127 85.5% 0.4%
DUI 1,003 97.9% 0.3%
Battery 910 74.9% 1.8%
Other 826 76.3% 0.8%
Trespassing 454 93.0% 0.2%
Fraud 372 78.8% 0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Charlotte County?
The guilty rate is 89.3% based on 655 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Charlotte County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.5% 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 Charlotte County?
The average sentence is 9.6 months, with an average fine of $402.85.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 20.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Charlotte 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 · 655 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026