Resisting Officer in Polk County, Florida

6,824
Total Cases
77.3%
Guilty Rate
15.0%
Withheld Rate
1.3%
Dismissal Rate
7.1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 6,824 Resisting Officer cases in Polk County (2023-2025), 77.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.0% had adjudication withheld, and 1.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 7.1 months, with an average fine of $162.50. 11.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 30.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
77.3% (5,273)
Withheld
15.0% (1,026)
Diversion
3.0% (207)
Dismissed
1.3% (91)
Acquitted
0.7% (50)

Sentencing Breakdown

7.1 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
$162.50
Avg Fine
4.6%
Prison Rate
40.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 2,766 3.1 months
State Prison Facility 316 3.5 years

Counsel Analysis

3,146
Self or Unrepresented
77.3% guilty · 0.6% dismissed
2,052
Public Defender
82.8% guilty · 1.6% dismissed
797
Private Attorney
70.0% guilty · 0.3% dismissed
9
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
88.9% 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 4,044 77.7% 0.7%
Black 2,741 76.9% 2.2%
Asian 32 59.4% 3.1%

Age Distribution

8.0%
Under 21
25.5%
21-29
32.7%
30-39
19.5%
40-49
9.6%
50-59
4.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,027 79.1% 1.7% 7.4 months
2024 2,325 76.7% 1.9% 6.8 months
2025 2,472 76.3% 0.5% 7.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 5,968
Felony Third Degree 731
Misdemeanor Second Degree 58
Felony Second Degree 51
Felony First Degree 13
Felony Life 2
Felony First Degree punishable by life 1

Related Charges in Polk County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 24,337 49.3% 0.2%
Drug Possession 17,533 79.4% 0.2%
Other 8,162 43.2% 4.2%
Larceny / Theft 7,849 67.0% 0.6%
Battery 5,519 61.5% 2.4%
Trespassing 4,467 80.6% 3.7%
DUI 2,665 97.8% 0.8%
Sex Offense 2,588 57.3% 0.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Polk County?
The guilty rate is 77.3% based on 6,824 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Polk County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.0% 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 Polk County?
The average sentence is 7.1 months, with an average fine of $162.50.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
30.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Polk 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 · 6,824 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026