Stolen Property in Lake County, Florida

63
Total Cases
85.7%
Guilty Rate
12.7%
Withheld Rate
1.6%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 63 Stolen Property cases in Lake County (2023-2025), 85.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 12.7% had adjudication withheld, and 1.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $258.33. 17.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 82.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
85.7% (54)
Withheld
12.7% (8)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
1.6% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence
1 year, 1 months
Median Sentence
5.4 years
Avg Probation
$258.33
Avg Fine
27.0%
Prison Rate
27.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 17 3.1 years
County Jail 17 6.6 months

Counsel Analysis

52
Public Defender
88.5% guilty · 1.9% dismissed
11
Private Attorney
72.7% 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 54 92.6% 1.9%

Age Distribution

3.2%
Under 21
27.0%
21-29
28.6%
30-39
17.5%
40-49
22.2%
50-59
1.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 30 76.7% 0.0% 2.4 years
2024 14 85.7% 7.1% 10.0 months
2025 19 100.0% 0.0% 1 year, 4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 47
Felony NULL 10
Misdemeanor First Degree 4
Felony First Degree 1
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Lake County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 6,632 72.1% 0.6%
Drug Possession 4,332 77.5% 0.8%
Other 4,297 16.3% 1.4%
Larceny / Theft 2,849 67.6% 1.1%
Battery 1,797 56.1% 1.7%
Resisting Officer 1,568 81.2% 2.0%
DUI 1,270 98.7% 0.8%
Trespassing 1,157 83.8% 4.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stolen Property in Lake County?
The guilty rate is 85.7% based on 63 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stolen Property in Lake County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.7% 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 Lake County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $258.33.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
82.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 17.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lake 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 · 63 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026