Stolen Property in Escambia County, Florida

137
Total Cases
73.7%
Guilty Rate
10.9%
Withheld Rate
10.2%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 137 Stolen Property cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 73.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.9% had adjudication withheld, and 10.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $444.50. 0.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 8.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
73.7% (101)
Withheld
10.9% (15)
Diversion
0.7% (1)
Dismissed
10.2% (14)
Acquitted
0.7% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence
1 year
Median Sentence
2.8 years
Avg Probation
$444.50
Avg Fine
16.1%
Prison Rate
13.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 22 2.5 years
County Jail 18 4.9 months
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 2.0 years

Counsel Analysis

57
Self or Unrepresented
71.9% guilty · 10.5% dismissed
56
Other
73.2% guilty · 12.5% dismissed
11
Public Defender
81.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Demographics

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 92 79.3% 5.4%
Black 39 69.2% 20.5%

Age Distribution

7.3%
Under 21
11.7%
21-29
38.7%
30-39
20.4%
40-49
16.1%
50-59
5.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 32 71.9% 9.4% 2.4 years
2024 61 70.5% 16.4% 0 year, 12 months
2025 44 79.5% 2.3% 1 year, 9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 59
Felony Second Degree 53
Misdemeanor First Degree 24
Felony First Degree 1

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stolen Property in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 73.7% based on 137 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stolen Property in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.9% 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 Stolen Property in Escambia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $444.50.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
8.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 137 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026