Resisting Officer in Citrus County, Florida

714
Total Cases
75.6%
Guilty Rate
15.8%
Withheld Rate
1.4%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 714 Resisting Officer cases in Citrus County (2023-2025), 75.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.8% had adjudication withheld, and 1.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $399.91. 9.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 54.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
75.6% (540)
Withheld
15.8% (113)
Diversion
5.5% (39)
Dismissed
1.4% (10)
Acquitted
0.3% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 12 months
Avg Probation
$399.91
Avg Fine
8.4%
Prison Rate
44.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 317 3.8 months
State Prison Facility 60 5.2 years

Counsel Analysis

388
Public Defender
82.7% guilty · 1.3% dismissed
65
Private Attorney
66.2% guilty · 3.1% dismissed
27
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
88.9% 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 613 76.3% 1.5%
Black 71 70.4% 0.0%
Asian 20 65.0% 5.0%

Age Distribution

5.9%
Under 21
17.8%
21-29
34.9%
30-39
21.4%
40-49
12.2%
50-59
7.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 203 76.8% 0.5% 1 year, 3 months
2024 259 77.2% 1.2% 1 year, 5 months
2025 252 73.0% 2.4% 7.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 554
Felony Third Degree 136
Felony Second Degree 8
Misdemeanor Second Degree 5
Felony Life 4
NULL NULL 4
Felony NULL 2
Felony First Degree 1

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%
DUI 631 99.0% 0.3%
Trespassing 395 85.6% 1.0%
Sex Offense 349 93.7% 0.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Citrus County?
The guilty rate is 75.6% based on 714 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Citrus County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.8% 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 Citrus County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $399.91.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
54.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 9.1% 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 · 714 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026