Weapons Offense in Orange County, Florida

1,729
Total Cases
49.6%
Guilty Rate
22.6%
Withheld Rate
6.1%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,729 Weapons Offense cases in Orange County (2023-2025), 49.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 22.6% had adjudication withheld, and 6.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $35,483. 33.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 55.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
49.6% (858)
Withheld
22.6% (391)
Diversion
18.2% (314)
Dismissed
6.1% (105)
Acquitted
1.4% (24)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence
4.8 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$35,483
Avg Fine
21.0%
Prison Rate
43.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 752 3.0 months
State Prison Facility 363 4.0 years

Counsel Analysis

955
Public Defender
51.9% guilty · 8.2% dismissed
578
Private Attorney
42.2% guilty · 3.8% dismissed
71
Conflict Counsel
73.2% guilty · 1.4% dismissed
56
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
91.1% 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
Black 1,209 51.4% 6.5%
White 485 47.0% 5.2%

Age Distribution

20.8%
Under 21
39.7%
21-29
24.0%
30-39
9.6%
40-49
3.9%
50-59
1.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 699 43.6% 9.3% 1 year, 5 months
2024 567 51.5% 5.8% 1 year, 9 months
2025 463 56.4% 1.5% 1 year, 6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 813
Felony Third Degree 605
Misdemeanor Second Degree 176
Misdemeanor First Degree 133
Felony First Degree 1
Felony First Degree punishable by life 1

Related Charges in Orange County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 19,880 20.8% 31.3%
Drug Possession 9,214 67.6% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,081 56.3% 2.6%
Other 4,160 34.8% 8.1%
DUI 4,013 49.9% 2.4%
Battery 3,807 43.6% 5.4%
Trespassing 3,759 66.1% 6.5%
Resisting Officer 3,107 59.1% 3.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Weapons Offense in Orange County?
The guilty rate is 49.6% based on 1,729 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Weapons Offense in Orange County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.6% 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 Weapons Offense in Orange County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $35,483.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
55.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 33.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Orange 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 · 1,729 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026