Criminal Mischief Sentencing in Suwannee County

We analyzed 38 convicted Criminal Mischief cases in Suwannee 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 Suwannee County judges sentence differently.

8.1 months
Average Sentence
Above statewide avg (4.6 months)
$500.00
Average Fine
Above statewide avg ($242.68)
18.4%
Prison Rate
Above statewide (7.7%)
28.9%
Probation Only
38 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
1.9 months
5.5 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
1 year, 6 months

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$500.00
$500.00
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$500.00
The average sentence for Criminal Mischief in Suwannee County is 8.1 months. A defense attorney may be able to negotiate reduced charges or alternative sentencing. Get a free case review.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Suwannee County Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 18.4% 7.7%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 34.2% 47.7%
Probation Only 28.9% 20.2%
Average Sentence 8.1 months 4.6 months
Average Fine $500.00 $242.68
Average Probation 2.3 years 1 year, 10 months
Average Court Costs $722.81 $448.89
Average Restitution (where ordered) $721.03 $4,803

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 13 3.5 months $62.50
State Prison Facility 7 3.1 years N/A

Other Charges Sentenced in Suwannee County

Charge Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine
Traffic Offense 1,042 13 days $398.96
Drug Possession 571 9.8 months $1,743
Larceny / Theft 201 9.7 months $387.56
Resisting Officer 149 6.8 months $510.00
DUI 117 15 days $1,046

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 38 convicted Criminal Mischief cases in Suwannee County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 8.1 months. The statewide average is 4.6 months.
7.9% of convicted Criminal Mischief defendants in Suwannee County received a fine, averaging $500.00. Court costs average $722.81 additionally. Restitution averages $721.03 in cases where it is ordered.
Suwannee County's average sentence of 8.1 months compares to the statewide average of 4.6 months. The prison rate is 18.4% locally vs 7.7% statewide. The average fine is $500.00 locally vs $242.68 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 38 Criminal Mischief cases in Suwannee 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 · 38 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026