Stolen Property in St. Lucie County, Florida

176
Total Cases
80.1%
Guilty Rate
5.7%
Withheld Rate
8.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.1 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 176 Stolen Property cases in St. Lucie County (2023-2025), 80.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 5.7% had adjudication withheld, and 8.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.1 years, with an average fine of $270.00. 15.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 33.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.1% (141)
Withheld
5.7% (10)
Diversion
4.5% (8)
Dismissed
8.0% (14)
Acquitted
1.1% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.1 years
Avg Sentence
2.0 years
Median Sentence
5.2 years
Avg Probation
$270.00
Avg Fine
51.7%
Prison Rate
11.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 91 2.5 years
County Jail 21 5.8 months

Counsel Analysis

58
Public Defender
79.3% guilty · 8.6% dismissed
27
Private Attorney
29.6% guilty · 33.3% 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 122 79.5% 10.7%
Black 42 81.0% 2.4%

Age Distribution

7.4%
Under 21
15.9%
21-29
42.0%
30-39
15.3%
40-49
16.5%
50-59
2.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 65 89.2% 6.2% 2.3 years
2024 80 71.2% 11.2% 2.1 years
2025 31 83.9% 3.2% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 167
Misdemeanor First Degree 5
Felony First Degree 3
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1

Related Charges in St. Lucie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,553 73.5% 7.8%
Traffic Offense 2,435 83.4% 0.4%
Battery 1,919 59.7% 8.3%
Larceny / Theft 1,859 79.2% 2.0%
Other 1,570 74.3% 8.0%
DUI 1,559 98.5% 0.4%
Resisting Officer 1,213 81.7% 4.7%
Fraud 992 65.6% 4.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stolen Property in St. Lucie County?
The guilty rate is 80.1% based on 176 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stolen Property in St. Lucie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.7% 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 St. Lucie County?
The average sentence is 2.1 years, with an average fine of $270.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
33.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 15.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Lucie 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 · 176 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026