Vehicle Theft in Union County, Florida
13 cases (2023-2025) · Union County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
From 2023 to 2025, Union County recorded 13 vehicle theft cases with a 92.3% guilty rate and zero dismissals, significantly more punitive than statewide patterns. Adjudication withheld occurred in 7.7% of cases, below the 13.3% statewide average, and no diversion was offered. The absence of dismissals and limited use of withheld adjudication indicates Union County secured formal convictions at the highest rate observed.
Sentencing reflected this severity: 69.2% of convictions resulted in prison sentences, the highest rate seen in these comparisons. Average sentences among confined defendants reached 725 days, with probation averaging 1,461 days—substantially longer than typical outcomes. The majority of defendants (61.5%) were represented by public defenders.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 13 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 92.3% of 13 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 13 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 9 | 2.3 years |
| County Jail | 2 | 7.6 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Vehicle Theft sentencing in Union County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Vehicle Theft in Union County?
The guilty rate is 92.3% based on 13 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Vehicle Theft in Union County?
Adjudication is withheld in 7.7% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Union County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 1 year, 12 months (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
61.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 13 | 92.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 13 |
Related Charges in Union County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 87 | 87.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 71 | 98.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 59 | 50.8% | 1.7% |
| Battery | 30 | 83.3% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 34 | 73.5% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 30 | 90.0% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 31 (2023-2025) | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Burglary | 30 (2023-2025) | 76.7% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Vehicle Theft in Union County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 13 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/vehicle-theft/union
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Union 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 · 13 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com