Florida Criminal Sentencing Statistics

What sentences do Florida judges actually impose? We analyzed 1,399,506 convicted cases across 36 charge categories (2023-2025) to show average sentences, fines, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation-only outcomes.

1,399,506
Convicted Cases Analyzed
11.9 months
Average Sentence
$1,078
Average Fine
36
Charge Categories

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Sentencing by Charge (2025)

Per-charge figures cover 2025 cases. A charge with fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025 shows multi-year figures instead, marked (2023-2025).

Charge Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail % Probation Only
Traffic Offense 101,912 20 days $280 0.9% 25.4% 12.5%
Drug Possession 76,134 6.8 months $553 12.1% 52.3% 14.9%
Larceny / Theft 42,771 6.3 months $263 12.7% 46.2% 18.5%
Other 33,857 10.0 months $611 17.5% 22.5% 13.9%
Battery 26,252 9.5 months $323 13.6% 44.9% 29.1%
Resisting Officer 26,720 3.9 months $304 5.0% 51.3% 12.1%
Trespassing 22,286 1.1 months $184 0.5% 54.8% 3.8%
DUI 21,667 1.3 months $1,053 1.1% 38.3% 51.3%
Fraud 12,583 9.8 months $1,061 19.0% 37.3% 25.3%
Sex Offense 14,116 8.9 years $984 58.6% 11.0% 21.9%
Burglary 10,193 2.8 years $381 50.0% 26.9% 19.2%
Weapons Offense 7,335 2.6 years $1,785 48.7% 25.2% 18.5%
Criminal Mischief 7,483 4.7 months $254 8.0% 47.4% 20.5%
Hit and Run 6,904 3.5 months $292 3.9% 22.1% 19.9%
Assault 5,289 1 year $441 24.0% 36.2% 28.3%
Disorderly Conduct 4,943 11 days $198 0.1% 41.9% 11.2%
Drug Sale 3,895 2.9 years $2,334 57.2% 22.5% 17.2%
Probation Violation 3,979 3.6 months $161 2.1% 66.9% 8.3%
Drug Trafficking 3,487 7.6 years $82,181 85.3% 4.9% 6.4%
Contempt of Court 3,106 2.9 months $173 1.5% 56.9% 23.3%
Vehicle Theft 2,960 1 year, 7 months $551 39.8% 35.1% 20.9%
Child Abuse / Neglect 2,984 2.1 years $360 29.1% 21.8% 37.1%
Robbery 2,175 6.9 years $411 64.1% 19.2% 12.6%
Intimidation / Threats 2,031 2.4 years $328 37.8% 27.3% 23.3%
Stolen Property 1,713 1 year, 6 months $321 35.6% 28.2% 25.1%
Homicide 1,779 43.5 years $860 75.6% 4.2% 3.0%
Perjury 1,500 10.9 months $492 21.3% 37.4% 23.5%
Forgery 1,453 10.7 months $472 24.4% 29.9% 34.2%
Stalking 1,155 8.2 months $285 14.9% 40.6% 32.0%
Kidnapping 757 11.9 years $397 54.0% 18.1% 20.3%
Escape / Failure to Appear 585 1 year, 2 months $188 31.8% 21.9% 9.2%
Drug Manufacturing 247 2.7 years $7,139 59.1% 20.2% 14.2%
Arson 204 6.1 years $384 64.7% 21.1% 11.8%
Domestic Violence 144 1 year, 1 months $456 29.9% 18.8% 36.8%
Bribery 100 1 year, 3 months $563 79.0% 12.0% 9.0%
Embezzlement 56 3.9 years $295 87.5% 1.8% 10.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 1,399,506 convicted cases in Florida (2023-2025), the average sentence is 11.9 months and the average fine is $1,078. Sentences vary significantly by charge type, with felonies averaging much longer than misdemeanors.
Sentencing outcomes depend heavily on the charge. Serious felonies like robbery and drug trafficking have high prison rates, while misdemeanors like petit theft and disorderly conduct rarely result in state prison time. Probation-only sentences are common for first-time offenders and lower-level charges.
Yes. Florida sentencing varies significantly by county. Factors include local judicial philosophy, prosecutor policies, available diversion programs, and caseload. Our data breaks down sentencing by county so you can see how your jurisdiction compares.

Sentencing data covers convicted cases (guilty and adjudication withheld). Average sentences exclude non-incarcerated cases. Data covers 2023–2025 FDLE public court records. Last updated: September 2026

Important: Sentencing outcomes vary based on criminal history, case circumstances, charge severity, plea agreements, and judicial discretion. These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual sentences.

Methodology: These statistics are based on 1,399,506 cases with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2023-2025). Only charges with 50+ convicted cases are shown. "Prison" = sentence exceeding 365 days; "Jail" = sentence of 1–365 days; "Probation Only" = probation imposed with no incarceration sentence. Average fines exclude cases where no fine was imposed.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 1,399,506 convicted cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated September 2026