Resisting Officer in Pinellas County, Florida

4,980
Total Cases
77.8%
Guilty Rate
15.6%
Withheld Rate
1.4%
Dismissal Rate
6.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 4,980 Resisting Officer cases in Pinellas County (2023-2025), 77.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.6% had adjudication withheld, and 1.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 6.3 months, with an average fine of $173.89. 1.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 2.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
77.8% (3,875)
Withheld
15.6% (775)
Diversion
3.8% (188)
Dismissed
1.4% (71)
Acquitted
0.2% (12)

Sentencing Breakdown

6.3 months
Avg Sentence
2.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
$173.89
Avg Fine
3.5%
Prison Rate
54.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 2,710 3.6 months
State Prison Facility 176 3.9 years

Counsel Analysis

4,756
Self or Unrepresented
79.5% guilty · 1.5% dismissed
146
Public Defender
36.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
68
Private Attorney
50.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
83.3% 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 2,432 75.8% 1.6%
Black 2,054 82.3% 1.4%
Asian 48 60.4% 2.1%

Age Distribution

8.0%
Under 21
24.3%
21-29
30.7%
30-39
20.3%
40-49
11.4%
50-59
5.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,598 77.3% 1.7% 6.9 months
2024 1,794 78.4% 1.1% 6.0 months
2025 1,588 77.6% 1.5% 6.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 4,402
Felony Third Degree 495
Felony Second Degree 36
Misdemeanor Second Degree 19
Felony First Degree 12
Felony First Degree punishable by life 12
Felony Life 4

Related Charges in Pinellas County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 21,661 74.6% 1.4%
Other 20,743 13.9% 0.4%
Traffic Offense 18,743 72.7% 1.6%
DUI 7,725 97.6% 0.8%
Trespassing 7,608 87.5% 4.2%
Larceny / Theft 7,002 75.4% 2.3%
Battery 5,805 56.4% 3.4%
Fraud 2,792 73.2% 4.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Pinellas County?
The guilty rate is 77.8% based on 4,980 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Pinellas County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.6% 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 Pinellas County?
The average sentence is 6.3 months, with an average fine of $173.89.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
2.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pinellas 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 · 4,980 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026