Sex Offense in Pasco County, Florida
348 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
Pasco County prosecutes sex offenses aggressively in 2025. The 94% guilty rate far exceeds typical sex offense convictions, and dismissals occurred in fewer than 1% of cases — well below the statewide rate of 2.8%. Withheld adjudication, which spares a conviction on the defendant's record, appeared in less than 1% of cases versus 4.2% statewide. This pattern reflects the State Attorney's prosecution priorities: sex offenses proceed to conviction at rates suggesting limited negotiation for dismissal or alternative outcomes.
Sentencing in Pasco County reflects the severity of sex offense prosecutions. The average sentence exceeds 8.5 years; median sentence was 6 years. Nearly two-thirds of defendants received prison sentences, with median confinement significantly longer than probation. The split between public and private counsel (38.8% vs 47.1%) suggests approximately half of defendants retained private representation, which may reflect the gravity of charges and financial resources required for complex defense.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 94.0% of 348 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 348 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 |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 463 | 10.2 years |
| County Jail | 47 | 11.5 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Sex Offense sentencing in Pasco County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (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 | 296 | 94.6% | 0.7% |
| Black | 44 | 88.6% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 186 | 87.1% | 0.0% | 11.3 years |
| 2024 | 200 | 87.5% | 0.5% | 11.9 years |
| 2025 | 348 | 94.0% | 0.6% | 8.5 years |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 398 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 148 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 52 |
| Felony | First Degree | 47 |
| Felony | Life | 39 |
| Felony | Capital | 22 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 21 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 7 |
Related Charges in Pasco County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,788 | 75.3% | 0.4% |
| Traffic Offense | 2,250 | 69.2% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 1,446 | 52.2% | 2.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,264 | 64.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 756 | 54.5% | 0.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 788 | 76.0% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 718 | 95.8% | 2.4% |
| Trespassing | 519 | 73.4% | 4.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Sex Offense in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 94.0% based on 348 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Sex Offense in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.9% 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 Sex Offense in Pasco County?
The average sentence is 8.5 years, with an average fine of $300 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
38.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 47.1% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Sex Offense in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 348 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/sex-offense/pasco
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 348 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com