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.

The average sentence for Child Abuse / Neglect in Broward County is 1 year, 8 months. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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1 year, 8 months
Average Sentence
Below statewide avg (2.0 years)
$0
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($392)
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

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 $392
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
Larceny / Theft 7,841 6.2 months $0
Drug Possession 4,871 6.3 months $0
Resisting Officer 3,903 2.7 months $0
Trespassing 3,234 19 days $0

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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.
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 locally vs $392 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