Robbery in Desoto County, Florida
14 cases (2023-2025) · Desoto County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Desoto County's robbery prosecutions result in convictions in every case, based on a small sample of 14. All defendants received guilty verdicts with no dismissals, acquittals, or withheld adjudications—outcomes far more severe than the statewide averages of 1.5% dismissal and 7.6% withheld adjudication. This 100% conviction rate reflects the serious nature of robbery and the strength of the cases prosecuted.
Prison sentences dominate: 85.7% of convicted defendants face incarceration, with an average sentence exceeding eight years and a median of nearly five years. Probation sentences average two years. Most defendants rely on public defenders (71.4%), indicating limited private counsel representation.
Figures cover 14 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 100.0% of 14 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 14 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 12 | 8.3 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Robbery sentencing in Desoto County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 5 |
| Felony | First Degree | 4 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 3 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 2 |
Related Charges in Desoto County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 540 | 42.4% | 3.3% |
| Drug Possession | 444 | 75.2% | 0.0% |
| Other | 122 | 80.3% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 74 | 86.5% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 92 | 75.0% | 1.1% |
| Sex Offense | 87 | 98.9% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 70 | 84.3% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 36 | 83.3% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Robbery in Desoto County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 14 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Robbery in Desoto County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Robbery in Desoto County?
The average sentence is 8.3 years, with an average fine of $176 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
71.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Robbery in Desoto County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 14 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/robbery/desoto
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Desoto 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 · 14 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com