Stolen Property in Hernando County, Florida

59
Total Cases
59.3%
Guilty Rate
8.5%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.8 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 59 Stolen Property cases in Hernando County (2023-2025), 59.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.8 years, with an average fine of $353.12. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 40.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
59.3% (35)
Withheld
8.5% (5)
Diversion
27.1% (16)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
5.1% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.8 years
Avg Sentence
3.5 years
Median Sentence
2.7 years
Avg Probation
$353.12
Avg Fine
37.3%
Prison Rate
11.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 22 4.8 years
County Jail 7 7.9 months

Counsel Analysis

24
Public Defender
79.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
16
Other
68.8% 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 52 57.7% 0.0%

Age Distribution

5.1%
Under 21
15.3%
21-29
45.8%
30-39
23.7%
40-49
10.2%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 19 63.2% 0.0% 2.4 years
2024 24 75.0% 0.0% 4.3 years
2025 16 31.2% 0.0% 3.7 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 59

Related Charges in Hernando County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 3,268 67.9% 2.8%
Larceny / Theft 2,833 48.5% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 2,485 73.5% 0.2%
Battery 1,342 56.3% 1.2%
Other 1,270 64.7% 5.1%
Resisting Officer 796 75.1% 0.4%
Trespassing 694 87.9% 0.4%
DUI 660 98.3% 0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stolen Property in Hernando County?
The guilty rate is 59.3% based on 59 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stolen Property in Hernando County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.5% 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 Hernando County?
The average sentence is 3.8 years, with an average fine of $353.12.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hernando 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 · 59 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026