Domestic Violence Sentencing in Florida

We analyzed 426 convicted Domestic Violence cases across Florida (2023-2025) to show what sentences judges actually impose — including average sentence length, fines, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation.

1 year, 1 months
Average Sentence
426 convicted cases
$482.73
Average Fine
23.2% received a fine
23.7%
Prison Rate
Sentence > 1 year
38.5%
Probation Only
No incarceration

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
4.6 months
1 year
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
3.7 years

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$136.93
$413.00
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$518.00
Facing Domestic Violence charges? The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months. A defense attorney can work to reduce your sentence or negotiate alternative sentencing — free consultation.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Cases Percentage
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 101 23.7%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 114 26.8%
Probation Only (no incarceration) 164 38.5%
Fined 99 23.2%

Felony vs Misdemeanor Sentencing

Charge Level Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail Avg Probation
Felony 363 1 year, 2 months $504.06 27.3% 25.1% 3.6 years
Misdemeanor 46 2.4 months $229.68 2.2% 32.6% 1 year
NULL 17 5.3 months $593.50 5.9% 47.1% 2.2 years

Sentencing by County

Counties with 20+ convicted Domestic Violence cases. Click a county to see detailed sentencing data.

County Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail
Miami-Dade 33 2.2 years $483.45 42.4% 18.2%
Pasco 27 2.8 years $125.72 29.6% 11.1%
Hillsborough 26 9.7 months $0.00 19.2% 23.1%
Bay 23 1 year, 1 months $715.50 30.4% 0.0%
Broward 22 5.2 months $0.00 18.2% 18.2%
Volusia 21 1 year, 6 months $0.00 38.1% 23.8%
Marion 20 1 year, 11 months $172.73 50.0% 20.0%

Facing Domestic Violence Charges in Florida?

The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, but outcomes depend on your specific circumstances. A defense attorney can review your case and fight for the best possible result. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 426 convicted Domestic Violence cases in Florida (2023-2025), the average sentence is 1 year, 1 months. The median sentence for cases with incarceration is 1 year. 23.7% of convicted defendants received state prison sentences (over 1 year).
23.2% of convicted Domestic Violence defendants received a fine, with an average of $482.73. The median fine is $413.00. Court costs average $682.62 on top of fines.
23.7% of convicted Domestic Violence defendants received state prison time (over 1 year), 26.8% received county jail time (under 1 year), and 38.5% received probation only with no incarceration. Outcomes vary by county, charge degree, and individual circumstances.

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 426 Domestic Violence cases 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. Percentiles are calculated from cases with the relevant non-zero value.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 426 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026