Weapons Offense in Putnam County, Florida
40 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Putnam County saw all 40 weapons offense cases result in conviction or withheld adjudication—95% guilty verdicts and 5% withheld. No cases were dismissed, diverted, or acquitted. This exceptionally high conviction rate reflects either the strength of cases prosecuted or an extremely strict charging stance by the local State Attorney.
Sentences are the harshest recorded: average 1,729 days with median 913 days. Prison confinement reached 75%, the highest rate among all counties examined. Fines averaged $33,520, reflecting possible enhancements for prior records or weapon type. Public defenders handled 35% of cases, suggesting defendants typically lacked private counsel resources.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 95.0% of 40 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 40 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 | 105 | 5.2 years |
| County Jail | 19 | 7.8 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Weapons Offense sentencing in Putnam County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
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 | 22 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 16 | 93.8% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 53 | 83.0% | 0.0% | 3.6 years |
| 2024 | 58 | 93.1% | 0.0% | 5.0 years |
| 2025 | 40 | 95.0% | 0.0% | 4.7 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 104 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 28 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 12 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 6 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Weapons Offense in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 95.0% based on 40 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Weapons Offense in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.0% 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 4.7 years, with an average fine of $33,520 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
35.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 10.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Weapons Offense in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 40 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/weapons-offense/putnam
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 · 40 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com