Vehicle Theft in Lake County, Florida

200
Total Cases
85.5%
Guilty Rate
8.5%
Withheld Rate
1.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 200 Vehicle Theft cases in Lake County (2023-2025), 85.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.5% had adjudication withheld, and 1.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $253.65. 29.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 70.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
85.5% (171)
Withheld
8.5% (17)
Diversion
4.0% (8)
Dismissed
1.0% (2)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
2.8 years
Avg Probation
$253.65
Avg Fine
27.5%
Prison Rate
39.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 78 6.6 months
State Prison Facility 55 2.9 years

Counsel Analysis

141
Public Defender
85.8% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
59
Private Attorney
84.7% guilty · 1.7% 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 146 85.6% 1.4%
Black 54 85.2% 0.0%

Age Distribution

11.5%
Under 21
32.0%
21-29
36.5%
30-39
14.0%
40-49
4.5%
50-59
1.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 64 90.6% 1.6% 1 year, 12 months
2024 58 87.9% 1.7% 1 year, 9 months
2025 78 79.5% 0.0% 1 year

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 159
Felony NULL 26
Felony Second Degree 15

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 Vehicle Theft in Lake County?
The guilty rate is 85.5% based on 200 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Vehicle Theft in Lake 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 Vehicle Theft in Lake County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $253.65.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
70.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 29.5% 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 · 200 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026