Resisting Officer in Miami-Dade County, Florida

6,189
Total Cases
50.6%
Guilty Rate
26.6%
Withheld Rate
2.1%
Dismissal Rate
11.7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 6,189 Resisting Officer cases in Miami-Dade County (2023-2025), 50.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 26.6% had adjudication withheld, and 2.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 11.7 months, with an average fine of $347.62. 24.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 63.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
50.6% (3,129)
Withheld
26.6% (1,644)
Diversion
20.1% (1,242)
Dismissed
2.1% (133)
Acquitted
0.6% (39)

Sentencing Breakdown

11.7 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
2.1 years
Avg Probation
$347.62
Avg Fine
13.0%
Prison Rate
28.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,749 4.7 months
State Prison Facility 804 2.2 years
Confinement to Hospital Facility 2 3.7 months

Counsel Analysis

3,936
Public Defender
59.1% guilty · 2.6% dismissed
1,520
Private Attorney
33.9% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
173
Conflict Counsel
64.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
152
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
71.7% 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
Black 3,223 55.0% 2.3%
White 2,939 45.9% 1.8%
Asian 13 23.1% 30.8%

Age Distribution

11.4%
Under 21
32.5%
21-29
31.8%
30-39
14.9%
40-49
6.9%
50-59
2.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,990 48.3% 2.3% 1 year, 2 months
2024 2,188 51.4% 2.1% 11.1 months
2025 2,011 51.9% 2.1% 9.8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 3,963
Felony Third Degree 2,097
Felony Second Degree 54
Felony First Degree 45
Misdemeanor Second Degree 12
Felony Life 10
NULL NULL 8

Related Charges in Miami-Dade County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 17,318 16.9% 54.7%
Larceny / Theft 13,324 61.6% 1.0%
Drug Possession 6,986 65.1% 0.7%
Battery 5,809 42.9% 2.0%
Burglary 4,095 72.7% 1.1%
Fraud 4,065 41.6% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 3,507 56.1% 8.3%
Weapons Offense 3,012 61.0% 2.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Miami-Dade County?
The guilty rate is 50.6% based on 6,189 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Miami-Dade County?
Adjudication is withheld in 26.6% 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 Miami-Dade County?
The average sentence is 11.7 months, with an average fine of $347.62.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
63.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 24.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Miami-Dade 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 · 6,189 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026