Vehicle Theft in Pasco County, Florida
93 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Pasco County handled 93 vehicle theft cases with outcomes emphasizing alternatives to conviction. Guilty verdicts occurred in 74.2%—lower than most counties—while adjudication was withheld in 17.2%, the highest rate statewide, above the average of 13.5%. Pre-trial diversion was used in 6.5% of cases, more than double the statewide average of 2.8%, indicating the State Attorney actively offers program-based resolutions. No cases were dismissed.
Sentences were severe: average 986.7 days with a median of 731 days, and 37.6% received prison time. Probation averaged 887.4 days. Notably, Pasco had the highest private attorney representation among vehicle theft cases at 23.7%, with public defenders at 57%, suggesting a more economically diverse defendant population. Average fines were modest at $125.71.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 74.2% of 93 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 93 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 152 | 3.2 years |
| County Jail | 69 | 8.2 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Vehicle Theft sentencing in Pasco County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 71 | 73.2% | 0.0% |
| Black | 21 | 76.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 112 | 90.2% | 0.0% | 2.5 years |
| 2024 | 129 | 86.0% | 0.0% | 2.2 years |
| 2025 | 93 | 74.2% | 0.0% | 2.7 years |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 329 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 5 |
Related Charges in Pasco County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,788 | 75.3% | 0.4% |
| Traffic Offense | 2,250 | 69.2% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 1,446 | 52.2% | 2.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,264 | 64.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 756 | 54.5% | 0.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 788 | 76.0% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 718 | 95.8% | 2.4% |
| Trespassing | 519 | 73.4% | 4.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Vehicle Theft in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 74.2% based on 93 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Vehicle Theft in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.2% of cases (2025). 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 Pasco County?
The average sentence is 2.7 years, with an average fine of $126 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
57.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 23.7% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Vehicle Theft in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 93 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/vehicle-theft/pasco
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pasco 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 · 93 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com