Resisting Officer in Desoto County, Florida

295
Total Cases
77.6%
Guilty Rate
18.3%
Withheld Rate
1.7%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 295 Resisting Officer cases in Desoto County (2023-2025), 77.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 18.3% had adjudication withheld, and 1.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $100.16. 6.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 30.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
77.6% (229)
Withheld
18.3% (54)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
1.7% (5)
Acquitted
0.7% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Avg Probation
$100.16
Avg Fine
9.2%
Prison Rate
19.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 56 8.0 months
State Prison Facility 27 2.5 years

Counsel Analysis

89
Public Defender
79.8% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
20
Private Attorney
50.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
12
Self or Unrepresented
75.0% 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 130 78.5% 0.8%
Black 94 78.7% 4.3%

Age Distribution

5.4%
Under 21
23.7%
21-29
37.6%
30-39
22.4%
40-49
8.1%
50-59
2.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 87 82.8% 1.1% 1 year, 3 months
2024 116 75.9% 2.6% 1 year, 3 months
2025 92 75.0% 1.1% 1 year, 4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 230
Felony Third Degree 52
Misdemeanor Second Degree 10
Felony First Degree 2
Felony First Degree punishable by life 1

Related Charges in Desoto County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,726 44.0% 3.0%
Drug Possession 1,490 73.7% 0.7%
Other 353 73.7% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 350 85.4% 0.0%
Sex Offense 270 74.8% 0.0%
Battery 212 75.5% 0.5%
Trespassing 164 77.4% 1.2%
Burglary 155 92.3% 0.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Desoto County?
The guilty rate is 77.6% based on 295 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Desoto County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.3% 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 Resisting Officer in Desoto County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $100.16.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
30.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Desoto 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 · 295 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026