Vehicle Theft in Escambia County, Florida

242
Total Cases
80.6%
Guilty Rate
11.6%
Withheld Rate
2.9%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 8 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 242 Vehicle Theft cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 80.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.6% had adjudication withheld, and 2.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 8 months, with an average fine of $520.24. 0.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 3.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.6% (195)
Withheld
11.6% (28)
Diversion
2.1% (5)
Dismissed
2.9% (7)
Acquitted
0.8% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 8 months
Avg Sentence
1 year
Median Sentence
2.6 years
Avg Probation
$520.24
Avg Fine
15.3%
Prison Rate
19.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 47 8.8 months
State Prison Facility 37 2.8 years

Counsel Analysis

115
Other
79.1% guilty · 5.2% dismissed
103
Self or Unrepresented
84.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
9
Public Defender
66.7% 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 123 80.5% 3.3%
Black 115 80.9% 2.6%

Age Distribution

13.2%
Under 21
32.2%
21-29
31.0%
30-39
15.3%
40-49
7.4%
50-59
0.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 74 78.4% 6.8% 1 year, 8 months
2024 83 85.5% 2.4% 1 year, 5 months
2025 85 77.6% 0.0% 1 year, 9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 124
Felony Third Degree 118

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 Vehicle Theft in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 80.6% based on 242 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Vehicle Theft in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.6% 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 Vehicle Theft in Escambia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 8 months, with an average fine of $520.24.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
3.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.4% 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 · 242 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026