Sex Offense in Brevard County, Florida

167
Total Cases
68.9%
Guilty Rate
23.4%
Withheld Rate
0.6%
Dismissal Rate
77.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 167 Sex Offense cases in Brevard County (2023-2025), 68.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 23.4% had adjudication withheld, and 0.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 77.3 years. 18.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 22.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
68.9% (115)
Withheld
23.4% (39)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.6% (1)
Acquitted
2.4% (4)

Sentencing Breakdown

77.3 years
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
28.2 years
Avg Probation
25.1%
Prison Rate
29.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 49 4.6 months
State Prison Facility 42 167.0 years

Counsel Analysis

38
Public Defender
76.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
31
Private Attorney
61.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
50.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Age Distribution

8.4%
Under 21
16.2%
21-29
32.3%
30-39
18.6%
40-49
8.4%
50-59
16.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 36 63.9% 0.0% 73.2 years
2024 88 68.2% 0.0% 76.1 years
2025 43 74.4% 2.3% 82.2 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 167

Related Charges in Brevard County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,553 68.7% 1.7%
Other 3,158 28.3% 29.4%
Drug Possession 2,070 72.5% 0.8%
Larceny / Theft 1,623 65.6% 0.6%
DUI 1,533 59.7% 0.9%
Trespassing 1,103 83.7% 0.6%
Battery 1,080 59.7% 2.1%
Contempt of Court 1,011 11.4% 84.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Sex Offense in Brevard County?
The guilty rate is 68.9% based on 167 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Sex Offense in Brevard County?
Adjudication is withheld in 23.4% 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 Sex Offense in Brevard County?
The average sentence is 77.3 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
22.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 18.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Brevard 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 · 167 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026