Resisting Officer in Manatee County, Florida

1,585
Total Cases
71.0%
Guilty Rate
18.1%
Withheld Rate
3.7%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,585 Resisting Officer cases in Manatee County (2023-2025), 71.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 18.1% had adjudication withheld, and 3.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $532.34. 4.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 29.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
71.0% (1,125)
Withheld
18.1% (287)
Diversion
4.4% (70)
Dismissed
3.7% (58)
Acquitted
0.1% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence
9.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Avg Probation
$532.34
Avg Fine
5.6%
Prison Rate
12.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 203 6.7 months
State Prison Facility 88 4.0 years

Counsel Analysis

466
Public Defender
71.2% guilty · 3.4% dismissed
77
Private Attorney
55.8% guilty · 1.3% dismissed
59
Self or Unrepresented
42.4% guilty · 15.3% 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 948 67.9% 3.4%
Black 595 76.5% 4.0%

Age Distribution

8.5%
Under 21
29.1%
21-29
32.5%
30-39
17.8%
40-49
7.6%
50-59
4.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 529 73.2% 4.9% 1 year, 8 months
2024 478 69.5% 3.3% 1 year, 4 months
2025 578 70.2% 2.8% 1 year, 9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,279
Felony Third Degree 272
Felony Second Degree 21
Misdemeanor Second Degree 7
Felony First Degree 3
Felony First Degree punishable by life 2
Felony Life 1

Related Charges in Manatee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 14,788 44.5% 2.5%
Drug Possession 5,094 65.7% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 2,751 58.6% 3.5%
Battery 1,908 57.1% 4.4%
Other 1,811 48.3% 2.9%
Trespassing 1,194 72.9% 7.6%
Fraud 1,003 68.3% 1.1%
Sex Offense 1,001 85.7% 7.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Manatee County?
The guilty rate is 71.0% based on 1,585 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Manatee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.1% 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 Manatee County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $532.34.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
29.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Manatee 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 · 1,585 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026