Resisting Officer in Union County, Florida
30 cases (2025) · Union County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Union County convicted 90% of the 30 resisting officer cases in its docket, the highest conviction rate in this sample. No cases were dismissed and no withheld adjudications were granted, though 10% received diversion. This punitive profile far exceeded statewide norms: dismissals statewide averaged 2.1%, and 14.7% of cases received withheld adjudication. Union's approach left almost no pathway to avoiding formal conviction.
When sentenced, Union defendants faced severe confinement. Prison sentences were imposed in 16.7% of cases, unusually high for this charge. An additional 40% received jail time. Average sentences were 382 days with a median of 120 days. Probation averaged 629 days. Representation was split (40% public defender, unspecified private attorney share). Union's small sample and extreme metrics indicate a jurisdiction with notably harsh prosecution practices for resisting charges.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 90.0% of 30 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 30 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 32 | 4.0 months |
| State Prison Facility | 12 | 5.0 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Resisting Officer sentencing in Union County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition 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% | 1 year |
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
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 87 | 87.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 71 | 98.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 59 | 50.8% | 1.7% |
| Battery | 30 | 83.3% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 34 | 73.5% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 31 (2023-2025) | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Burglary | 30 (2023-2025) | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Drug Sale | 29 (2023-2025) | 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 90.0% based on 30 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Union County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% of cases (2025). 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, with an average fine of $150 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Resisting Officer in Union County, Florida (2025). Based on 30 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/resisting-officer/union
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 · 30 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com