Vehicle Theft in Leon County, Florida

276
Total Cases
69.6%
Guilty Rate
17.0%
Withheld Rate
1.4%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 276 Vehicle Theft cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 69.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.0% had adjudication withheld, and 1.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 3 months. 17.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 63.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
69.6% (192)
Withheld
17.0% (47)
Diversion
4.0% (11)
Dismissed
1.4% (4)
Acquitted
1.8% (5)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence
6.1 months
Median Sentence
2.3 years
Avg Probation
25.4%
Prison Rate
56.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 157 5.5 months
State Prison Facility 70 3.1 years

Counsel Analysis

174
Public Defender
66.1% guilty · 1.7% dismissed
51
Conflict Counsel
76.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
49
Private Attorney
75.5% guilty · 2.0% 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
Black 180 68.9% 1.7%
White 96 70.8% 1.0%

Age Distribution

14.1%
Under 21
32.6%
21-29
33.0%
30-39
10.5%
40-49
9.1%
50-59
0.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 101 72.3% 1.0% 1 year, 8 months
2024 105 73.3% 1.9% 1 year, 3 months
2025 70 60.0% 1.4% 10.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL Third Degree 276

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Vehicle Theft in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 69.6% based on 276 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Vehicle Theft in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.0% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 3 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
63.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 17.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 276 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026