Resisting Officer in Sarasota County, Florida

1,757
Total Cases
67.9%
Guilty Rate
19.9%
Withheld Rate
2.6%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,757 Resisting Officer cases in Sarasota County (2023-2025), 67.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.9% had adjudication withheld, and 2.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $416.44. 0.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
67.9% (1,193)
Withheld
19.9% (350)
Diversion
5.4% (94)
Dismissed
2.6% (46)
Acquitted
0.3% (5)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence
3.3 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Avg Probation
$416.44
Avg Fine
3.2%
Prison Rate
15.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 277 4.0 months
State Prison Facility 56 4.8 years

Counsel Analysis

9
Private Attorney
33.3% 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 1,206 63.5% 3.2%
Black 513 78.9% 1.4%

Age Distribution

7.2%
Under 21
24.1%
21-29
31.4%
30-39
20.4%
40-49
10.5%
50-59
6.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 559 64.9% 4.1% 1 year, 8 months
2024 596 65.4% 2.5% 9.0 months
2025 602 73.1% 1.3% 10.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,504
Felony Third Degree 227
Misdemeanor Second Degree 12
Felony First Degree 7
Felony Life 4
Felony Second Degree 2
Misdemeanor Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Sarasota County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 11,831 40.4% 2.2%
Drug Possession 7,590 72.3% 1.9%
Other 3,272 69.6% 6.6%
Larceny / Theft 3,001 61.3% 2.4%
DUI 2,300 96.5% 1.0%
Battery 2,135 56.7% 3.4%
Sex Offense 2,099 89.1% 1.5%
Trespassing 1,618 73.1% 9.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Sarasota County?
The guilty rate is 67.9% based on 1,757 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Sarasota County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.9% 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 Sarasota County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $416.44.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sarasota 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 · 1,757 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026