Child Abuse / Neglect Sentencing in Wakulla County
11 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Wakulla County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 11 convicted Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Wakulla 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 Wakulla County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 11 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025 in this view, so multi-year figures are shown.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2023-2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Wakulla County run 3.4 months to 3.0 years; the median is 10.1 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 11 convicted cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2023-2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
| Outcome | Wakulla County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 18.2% | 27.9% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 45.5% | 22.6% |
| Probation Only | 36.4% | 36.4% |
| Average Sentence | 2.0 years | 2.1 years |
| Average Fine | $311 | $392 |
| Average Probation | 1 year, 12 months | 3.7 years |
| Average Court Costs | $634 | $743 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 5 | 6.0 months | $324 |
| State Prison Facility | 2 | 10.0 years | N/A |
See the complete picture for this charge: Child Abuse / Neglect outcomes in Wakulla County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Wakulla County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 574 | 1.1 months | $304 |
| Drug Possession | 465 | 6.9 months | $473 |
| Larceny / Theft | 267 | 7.5 months | $291 |
| Other | 207 | 8.2 months | $474 |
| Battery | 123 | 7.7 months | $659 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Child Abuse / Neglect in Wakulla County?
Based on 11 convicted Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Wakulla County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 2.0 years. The statewide average is 2.1 years.
How much are fines for Child Abuse / Neglect in Wakulla County?
63.6% of convicted Child Abuse / Neglect defendants in Wakulla County received a fine, averaging $311. Court costs average $634 additionally.
How does Wakulla County compare to statewide sentencing for Child Abuse / Neglect?
Wakulla County's average sentence of 2.0 years compares to the statewide average of 2.1 years. The prison rate is 18.2% locally vs 27.9% statewide. The average fine is $311 locally vs $392 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Child Abuse / Neglect Sentencing in Wakulla County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 11 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/child-abuse-neglect/wakulla
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: July 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 11 Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Wakulla 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 · 11 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated July 2026