Resisting Officer in St. Johns County, Florida

1,015
Total Cases
66.6%
Guilty Rate
17.1%
Withheld Rate
3.0%
Dismissal Rate
4.4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,015 Resisting Officer cases in St. Johns County (2023-2025), 66.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.1% had adjudication withheld, and 3.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.4 months, with an average fine of $512.44. 20.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 54.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
66.6% (676)
Withheld
17.1% (174)
Diversion
11.3% (115)
Dismissed
3.0% (30)
Acquitted
0.6% (6)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.4 months
Avg Sentence
1.5 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 7 months
Avg Probation
$512.44
Avg Fine
3.4%
Prison Rate
56.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 572 2.5 months
State Prison Facility 35 2.9 years

Counsel Analysis

548
Public Defender
76.3% guilty · 3.8% dismissed
212
Private Attorney
45.8% guilty · 0.5% dismissed
44
Conflict Counsel
88.6% guilty · 2.3% dismissed
32
Self or Unrepresented
65.6% guilty · 3.1% dismissed
18
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
72.2% 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 638 64.4% 3.1%
Black 273 76.6% 2.6%
Not Available 13 23.1% 7.7%

Age Distribution

7.1%
Under 21
24.8%
21-29
33.9%
30-39
20.5%
40-49
9.3%
50-59
4.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 326 67.5% 3.1% 4.4 months
2024 377 69.2% 2.7% 5.5 months
2025 312 62.5% 3.2% 3.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 858
Felony Third Degree 134
Misdemeanor Second Degree 19
Felony Second Degree 3
Felony First Degree 1

Related Charges in St. Johns County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 7,840 36.5% 6.1%
Drug Possession 2,813 66.1% 2.3%
Other 2,071 67.0% 7.3%
Larceny / Theft 2,011 59.2% 3.8%
Battery 1,643 47.2% 3.5%
DUI 1,337 92.3% 4.6%
Trespassing 1,088 82.5% 4.0%
Sex Offense 536 86.6% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in St. Johns County?
The guilty rate is 66.6% based on 1,015 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in St. Johns County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.1% 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 St. Johns County?
The average sentence is 4.4 months, with an average fine of $512.44.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
54.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 20.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Johns 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 · 1,015 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026