Resisting Officer in Sumter County, Florida

543
Total Cases
84.7%
Guilty Rate
11.4%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 543 Resisting Officer cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), 84.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.4% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $470.83. 6.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 29.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
84.7% (460)
Withheld
11.4% (62)
Diversion
2.0% (11)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.4% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
4.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$470.83
Avg Fine
11.2%
Prison Rate
29.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 160 4.0 months
State Prison Facility 61 3.8 years

Counsel Analysis

160
Public Defender
87.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
37
Private Attorney
67.6% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
19
Self or Unrepresented
63.2% 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 341 84.5% 0.0%
Black 157 86.6% 0.0%

Age Distribution

9.4%
Under 21
24.9%
21-29
34.3%
30-39
15.1%
40-49
12.3%
50-59
4.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 198 87.4% 0.0% 1 year, 5 months
2024 202 85.1% 0.0% 1 year, 3 months
2025 143 80.4% 0.0% 1 year, 2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 382
Felony Third Degree 115
Misdemeanor Second Degree 26
Felony Second Degree 17
Felony First Degree 3

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Battery 1,047 64.5% 0.6%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
DUI 510 99.0% 0.2%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%
Drug Sale 255 94.9% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 84.7% based on 543 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.4% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $470.83.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
29.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 543 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026