Child Abuse / Neglect Sentencing in Broward County

We analyzed 210 convicted Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Broward County (2023-2025) to show actual sentencing outcomes — average sentence length, fines, court costs, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation. Compared to statewide averages to show how Broward County judges sentence differently.

1 year, 8 months
Average Sentence
Below statewide avg (2.0 years)
$0.00
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($392.14)
21.4%
Prison Rate
Below statewide (27.7%)
36.2%
Probation Only
210 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
11.1 months
1 year, 6 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
5.0 years
The average sentence for Child Abuse / Neglect in Broward County is 1 year, 8 months. A defense attorney may be able to negotiate reduced charges or alternative sentencing. Get a free case review.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Broward County Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 21.4% 27.7%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 16.2% 22.1%
Probation Only 36.2% 37.4%
Average Sentence 1 year, 8 months 2.0 years
Average Fine $0.00 $392.14
Average Probation 8.1 years 3.7 years

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
State Prison Facility 45 7.4 years N/A
County Jail 34 6.9 months N/A

Other Charges Sentenced in Broward County

Charge Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine
Traffic Offense 19,562 8 days $0.00
Larceny / Theft 7,841 6.2 months $0.00
Drug Possession 4,871 6.3 months $0.00
Resisting Officer 3,903 2.7 months $0.00
Trespassing 3,234 19 days $0.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 210 convicted Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Broward County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 1 year, 8 months. The statewide average is 2.0 years.
0.0% of convicted Child Abuse / Neglect defendants in Broward County received a fine, averaging $0.00.
Broward County's average sentence of 1 year, 8 months compares to the statewide average of 2.0 years. The prison rate is 21.4% locally vs 27.7% statewide. The average fine is $0.00 locally vs $392.14 statewide.

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: March 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 210 Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Broward County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2023-2025). "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 · 210 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026