Vehicle Theft in Putnam County, Florida

Vehicle theft cases in Putnam County result in conviction at exceptionally high rates. Of 60 cases, 83.3% ended in guilty verdicts, with another 15% resulting in adjudication withheld—a Florida-specific outcome where guilt is found but no conviction is recorded. Combined, 98.3% of cases resulted in some form of culpability finding, compared to a statewide dismissal rate of 1.2%. Putnam County had zero dismissals, acquittals, or diversion placements, suggesting the local State Attorney pursues vehicle theft charges aggressively with little deviation from prosecution.

Sentences reflected the serious treatment of this offense. Defendants averaged 797 days in sentence length with a median of 700 days. Prison confinement affected 58.3% of defendants, while 15% served jail time, indicating substantial incarceration for most convicted individuals. Probation averaged 1,225 days. Public defenders represented 80% of defendants, showing that most vehicle theft cases involve indigent representation.

0.0% of Vehicle Theft cases in Putnam County are dismissed, and 15.0% receive adjudication withheld. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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60
Total Cases
83.3%
Guilty Rate
15.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.2 years
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
83.3% (50)
Withheld
15.0% (9)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.2 years
Avg Sentence
1 year, 11 months
Median Sentence
3.4 years
Avg Probation
58.3%
Prison Rate
15.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 35 2.5 years
County Jail 9 9.9 months

Counsel Analysis

48
Public Defender
85.4% 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 44 88.6% 0.0%
Black 12 75.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.7%
Under 21
18.3%
21-29
51.7%
30-39
21.7%
40-49
1.7%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 27 85.2% 0.0% 2.2 years
2024 14 92.9% 0.0% 2.7 years
2025 19 73.7% 0.0% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 60

Related Charges in Putnam County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 2,785 76.9% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 2,201 63.8% 0.2%
Battery 934 63.2% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 788 79.9% 0.4%
Other 641 70.0% 0.6%
Resisting Officer 638 84.8% 0.2%
Trespassing 337 90.5% 0.3%
Fraud 265 68.7% 0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Vehicle Theft in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 83.3% based on 60 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Vehicle Theft in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.0% 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 2.2 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
80.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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 · 60 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026