Resisting Officer in Pasco County, Florida

2,194
Total Cases
76.4%
Guilty Rate
14.5%
Withheld Rate
1.1%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 2,194 Resisting Officer cases in Pasco County (2023-2025), 76.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 14.5% had adjudication withheld, and 1.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $254.87. 20.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 70.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
76.4% (1,677)
Withheld
14.5% (319)
Diversion
5.9% (129)
Dismissed
1.1% (24)
Acquitted
0.2% (5)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
6.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 7 months
Avg Probation
$254.87
Avg Fine
8.2%
Prison Rate
19.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 427 5.4 months
State Prison Facility 180 3.6 years

Counsel Analysis

1,536
Public Defender
80.1% guilty · 1.5% dismissed
454
Private Attorney
61.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
166
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
86.7% 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 1,781 76.2% 1.1%
Black 366 79.8% 1.1%

Age Distribution

6.7%
Under 21
24.0%
21-29
31.5%
30-39
22.3%
40-49
11.5%
50-59
4.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 661 75.2% 1.2% 1 year, 5 months
2024 737 79.5% 0.9% 1 year, 2 months
2025 796 74.6% 1.1% 1 year, 6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,695
Felony Third Degree 288
Felony NULL 155
Felony Second Degree 41
Felony First Degree 6
Misdemeanor Second Degree 6
Felony Life 2
Felony First Degree punishable by life 1

Related Charges in Pasco County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 8,302 76.1% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 6,884 66.2% 0.5%
Battery 4,014 57.2% 1.8%
Larceny / Theft 3,547 66.7% 0.7%
Other 2,290 53.8% 1.1%
DUI 2,016 96.2% 2.5%
Trespassing 1,581 77.7% 3.3%
Burglary 1,373 77.8% 1.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 76.4% based on 2,194 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.5% 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 Pasco County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $254.87.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
70.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 20.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 2,194 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026