Intimidation / Threats Sentencing in Florida

We analyzed 5,383 convicted Intimidation / Threats 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.

2.2 years
Average Sentence
5,383 convicted cases
$361.99
Average Fine
17.4% received a fine
39.7%
Prison Rate
Sentence > 1 year
21.4%
Probation Only
No incarceration

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
4.7 months
1 year, 9 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
5.0 years

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$132.00
$225.98
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$500.00
Facing Intimidation / Threats charges? The average sentence is 2.2 years. 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) 2,138 39.7%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 1,491 27.7%
Probation Only (no incarceration) 1,150 21.4%
Fined 936 17.4%

Felony vs Misdemeanor Sentencing

Charge Level Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail Avg Probation
Felony 3,507 3.2 years $433.59 59.5% 14.5% 4.4 years
Misdemeanor 1,712 2.1 months $164.61 0.5% 54.3% 11.3 months
NULL 164 1 year, 5 months $501.46 26.2% 32.3% 3.3 years

Sentencing by County

Counties with 20+ convicted Intimidation / Threats cases. Click a county to see detailed sentencing data.

County Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail
Hillsborough 723 2.8 years $45.01 61.4% 14.9%
Palm Beach 397 1 year, 1 months $0.00 28.5% 48.9%
Pinellas 356 1 year, 8 months $150.48 41.3% 32.3%
Polk 340 1 year, 1 months $277.28 20.0% 35.3%
Volusia 275 2.9 years $0.00 36.7% 39.3%
Marion 237 1 year, 11 months $186.99 50.6% 24.5%
Broward 234 10.3 months $0.00 16.2% 33.8%
Duval 212 1 year, 4 months $113.64 32.1% 35.8%
Miami-Dade 185 1 year $463.66 21.1% 37.8%
Pasco 167 1 year, 7 months $158.04 34.1% 12.0%
Okaloosa 163 1 year, 4 months $0.00 31.9% 5.5%
Seminole 149 1 year, 10 months $0.00 67.8% 10.7%
Bay 108 1 year, 9 months $788.78 50.9% 13.0%
Sarasota 105 4.9 years $387.50 34.3% 22.9%
Martin 97 3.8 years $1,000 70.1% 18.6%
Escambia 85 13.1 years $465.05 15.3% 12.9%
Alachua 83 1 year, 11 months $134.70 41.0% 16.9%
St. Lucie 83 3.3 years $10,500 43.4% 22.9%
Lake 81 1 year, 10 months $250.00 29.6% 13.6%
Orange 81 9.7 months $520.83 16.0% 70.4%
Leon 79 2.3 years $0.00 48.1% 38.0%
Lee 77 9.8 months $0.00 11.7% 50.6%
Citrus 75 3.1 years $631.25 61.3% 6.7%
St. Johns 74 1 year, 9 months $3.00 44.6% 29.7%
Manatee 72 2.1 years $446.25 37.5% 11.1%
Osceola 64 1 year, 2 months $210.00 28.1% 57.8%
Walton 62 4.5 years $342.86 88.7% 4.8%
Monroe 53 4.7 months $0.00 3.8% 54.7%
Santa Rosa 53 2.9 years $399.70 52.8% 22.6%
Highlands 52 3.7 years $540.23 44.2% 13.5%
Collier 49 2.5 years $216.67 57.1% 16.3%
Clay 45 2.3 years $601.21 60.0% 31.1%
Hernando 44 2.3 years $338.19 34.1% 38.6%
Nassau 41 1 year, 7 months $0.00 39.0% 9.8%
Okeechobee 39 1 year, 11 months $500.00 38.5% 43.6%
Brevard 38 1 year, 1 months $0.00 7.9% 60.5%
Columbia 37 2.1 years $1,000 40.5% 5.4%
Indian River 37 1 year, 9 months $400.00 43.2% 27.0%
Putnam 37 1 year, 10 months $60.00 43.2% 29.7%
Sumter 33 1 year $1,043 27.3% 18.2%
Charlotte 32 1 year, 10 months $410.00 40.6% 21.9%

Facing Intimidation / Threats Charges in Florida?

The average sentence is 2.2 years, 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 5,383 convicted Intimidation / Threats cases in Florida (2023-2025), the average sentence is 2.2 years. The median sentence for cases with incarceration is 1 year, 9 months. 39.7% of convicted defendants received state prison sentences (over 1 year).
17.4% of convicted Intimidation / Threats defendants received a fine, with an average of $361.99. The median fine is $225.98. Court costs average $1,620 on top of fines.
39.7% of convicted Intimidation / Threats defendants received state prison time (over 1 year), 27.7% received county jail time (under 1 year), and 21.4% 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 5,383 Intimidation / Threats 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 · 5,383 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026