Resisting Officer in Hardee County, Florida

209
Total Cases
80.4%
Guilty Rate
6.7%
Withheld Rate
2.9%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 209 Resisting Officer cases in Hardee County (2023-2025), 80.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 6.7% had adjudication withheld, and 2.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $175.65. 3.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 43.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.4% (168)
Withheld
6.7% (14)
Diversion
5.7% (12)
Dismissed
2.9% (6)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$175.65
Avg Fine
8.1%
Prison Rate
34.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 72 5.2 months
State Prison Facility 17 5.6 years

Counsel Analysis

90
Public Defender
86.7% guilty · 2.2% dismissed
8
Private Attorney
100.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Self or Unrepresented
66.7% 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 126 79.4% 3.2%
Black 46 78.3% 4.3%

Age Distribution

6.2%
Under 21
26.8%
21-29
37.8%
30-39
13.9%
40-49
10.5%
50-59
4.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 54 77.8% 1.9% 8.2 months
2024 86 86.0% 2.3% 2.4 years
2025 69 75.4% 4.3% 9.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 185
Felony Third Degree 11
Felony Second Degree 7
Misdemeanor Second Degree 4
Felony First Degree 2

Related Charges in Hardee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,107 56.1% 13.6%
Drug Possession 628 78.5% 1.0%
Other 292 67.8% 10.3%
Battery 243 62.1% 11.1%
Trespassing 153 51.0% 17.0%
Larceny / Theft 144 68.8% 6.9%
DUI 124 98.4% 1.6%
Weapons Offense 60 88.3% 1.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Hardee County?
The guilty rate is 80.4% based on 209 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Hardee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.7% 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 Hardee County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $175.65.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
43.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hardee 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 · 209 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026