Weapons Offense in Pasco County, Florida
206 cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Pasco County achieved an 86.4% guilty rate in 206 weapons offense cases, the highest recorded, with zero dismissals or acquittals. The withheld adjudication rate of 6.8% was the lowest statewide, well below the 9.4% average, meaning more defendants received formal convictions. Notably, Pasco's diversion rate of 4.9% was the highest observed—nearly double the state average of 2.8%—indicating the prosecutor uses pre-trial programs more strategically for eligible defendants.
Despite the high guilty rate, sentencing was moderate, averaging 1,692 days with a median of three years. Half of defendants received prison sentences while 13.6% received jail time. Public defenders represented 53.9% of defendants, suggesting high indigency in the county.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 86.4% of 206 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 206 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 | 325 | 5.8 years |
| County Jail | 75 | 7.1 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Weapons Offense 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 | 154 | 83.8% | 0.0% |
| Black | 52 | 94.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 213 | 84.0% | 0.0% | 5.7 years |
| 2024 | 219 | 84.9% | 0.5% | 4.2 years |
| 2025 | 206 | 86.4% | 0.0% | 4.6 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 | Second Degree | 437 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 102 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 89 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 7 |
| Felony | First Degree | 3 |
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 Weapons Offense in Pasco County?
The guilty rate is 86.4% based on 206 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Weapons Offense in Pasco County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.8% 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 Weapons Offense in Pasco County?
The average sentence is 4.6 years, with an average fine of $148 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
53.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 29.1% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Weapons Offense in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 206 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/weapons-offense/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 · 206 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com