Resisting Officer in Union County, Florida

70
Total Cases
91.4%
Guilty Rate
4.3%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 70 Resisting Officer cases in Union County (2023-2025), 91.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 4.3% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $191.67. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 42.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
91.4% (64)
Withheld
4.3% (3)
Diversion
4.3% (3)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence
4.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 10 months
Avg Probation
$191.67
Avg Fine
15.7%
Prison Rate
45.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 32 4.0 months
State Prison Facility 11 5.0 years

Counsel Analysis

30
Public Defender
86.7% 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 46 97.8% 0.0%
Black 21 81.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
21.4%
21-29
48.6%
30-39
15.7%
40-49
8.6%
50-59
5.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 12 83.3% 0.0% 3.6 years
2024 28 96.4% 0.0% 1 year, 6 months
2025 30 90.0% 0.0% 9.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 51
Felony Third Degree 16
Felony First Degree 2
Felony Life 1

Related Charges in Union County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 183 85.2% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 166 98.2% 0.0%
Other 160 67.5% 0.6%
Battery 102 75.5% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 85 84.7% 0.0%
Trespassing 31 100.0% 0.0%
Burglary 30 76.7% 0.0%
Drug Sale 29 100.0% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Union County?
The guilty rate is 91.4% based on 70 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Union County?
Adjudication is withheld in 4.3% 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 Union County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $191.67.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
42.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Union 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 · 70 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026