Intimidation / Threats Sentencing in Hernando County
44 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Hernando County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 44 convicted Intimidation / Threats cases in Hernando 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 Hernando County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 44 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 Hernando County run 4.8 months to 4.3 years; the median is 0 year, 12 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 44 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 | Hernando County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 34.1% | 40.0% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 38.6% | 28.0% |
| Probation Only | 25.0% | 20.5% |
| Average Sentence | 2.3 years | 2.2 years |
| Average Fine | $349 | $361 |
| Average Probation | 3.4 years | 3.8 years |
| Average Court Costs | $1,076 | $1,621 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 17 | 5.4 months | $193 |
| State Prison Facility | 15 | 6.3 years | $464 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Intimidation / Threats cases in Hernando County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 18 | 77.8% | 0.0% | 2.1 years |
| 2024 | 9 | 88.9% | 11.1% | 3.4 years |
| 2025 | 22 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 4.3 years |
Trend rows cover all Intimidation / Threats cases in Hernando County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Intimidation / Threats charge in Hernando County makes it in front of a judge. Of 82 prosecutor decisions on Intimidation / Threats charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 39.0% — above the 31.7% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
See the complete picture for this charge: Intimidation / Threats outcomes in Hernando County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Hernando County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,704 | 9.6 months | $338 |
| Traffic Offense | 2,418 | 1.0 months | $272 |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,726 | 5.6 months | $263 |
| Other | 977 | 1 year, 2 months | $649 |
| Battery | 960 | 9.2 months | $235 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Intimidation / Threats in Hernando County?
Based on 44 convicted Intimidation / Threats cases in Hernando County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 2.3 years. The statewide average is 2.2 years.
How much are fines for Intimidation / Threats in Hernando County?
43.2% of convicted Intimidation / Threats defendants in Hernando County received a fine, averaging $349. Court costs average $1,076 additionally.
How does Hernando County compare to statewide sentencing for Intimidation / Threats?
Hernando County's average sentence of 2.3 years compares to the statewide average of 2.2 years. The prison rate is 34.1% locally vs 40.0% statewide. The average fine is $349 locally vs $361 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Intimidation / Threats Sentencing in Hernando County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 44 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/intimidation-threats/hernando
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: September 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 44 Intimidation / Threats cases in Hernando 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 · 44 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated September 2026