Stolen Property in Sumter County, Florida

31
Total Cases
74.2%
Guilty Rate
22.6%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.6 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 31 Stolen Property cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), 74.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 22.6% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.6 years, with an average fine of $816.00. 12.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 64.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
74.2% (23)
Withheld
22.6% (7)
Diversion
3.2% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.6 years
Avg Sentence
3.0 years
Median Sentence
3.5 years
Avg Probation
$816.00
Avg Fine
58.1%
Prison Rate
9.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 18 3.0 years
County Jail 3 7.0 months

Counsel Analysis

20
Public Defender
90.0% 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 29 75.9% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.5%
Under 21
38.7%
21-29
25.8%
30-39
22.6%
40-49
3.2%
50-59
3.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 11 72.7% 0.0% 2.3 years
2024 8 87.5% 0.0% 3.1 years
2025 12 66.7% 0.0% 2.4 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 30
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Battery 1,047 64.5% 0.6%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 543 84.7% 0.0%
DUI 510 99.0% 0.2%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stolen Property in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 74.2% based on 31 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stolen Property in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.6% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 2.6 years, with an average fine of $816.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
64.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 12.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 31 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026