Sex Offense in Taylor County, Florida
19 cases (2023-2025) · Taylor County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Sex offense cases in Taylor County result in conviction at notably high rates. Guilty verdicts account for 84.2 percent of outcomes, substantially above the statewide pattern, while dismissals occur in zero percent of cases compared to a statewide average of 2.6 percent. Adjudication withheld—a Florida mechanism that avoids formal conviction—appears in 10.5 percent of Taylor County sex offense cases, more than double the statewide rate of 4.4 percent. No cases were diverted to pre-trial programs in the county data. One acquittal occurred out of nineteen total cases.
Confinement outcomes reflect serious sanctions. About 37 percent of defendants received prison sentences with an average length of 1,044 days; an additional 16 percent received jail time. The median sentence reached 1,087 days. Most defendants were represented by public defenders at 42.1 percent, while only 5.3 percent retained private counsel. Average probation extended 1,583 days, and fines averaged $625.
Figures cover 19 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 — 84.2% of 19 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 19 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 | 7 | 4.0 years |
| County Jail | 3 | 2.8 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Sex Offense sentencing in Taylor 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 | 18 | 83.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 83.3% | 0.0% | 2.6 years |
| 2024 | 9 | 88.9% | 0.0% | 3.8 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 12 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 3 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 3 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Taylor County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 140 | 70.7% | 19.3% |
| Drug Possession | 93 | 93.5% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 67 | 88.1% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 43 | 86.0% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 45 | 93.3% | 0.0% |
| Burglary | 82 (2023-2025) | 91.5% | 1.2% |
| Traffic Offense | 81 (2023-2025) | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 63 (2023-2025) | 92.1% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Sex Offense in Taylor County?
The guilty rate is 84.2% based on 19 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Sex Offense in Taylor County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.5% 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 Sex Offense in Taylor County?
The average sentence is 2.9 years, with an average fine of $625 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
42.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.3% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Sex Offense in Taylor County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 19 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/sex-offense/taylor
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Taylor 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 · 19 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com