Larceny / Theft Sentencing in Florida

We analyzed 124,880 convicted Larceny / Theft 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.

6.1 months
Average Sentence
124,880 convicted cases
$273.81
Average Fine
26.6% received a fine
12.4%
Prison Rate
Sentence > 1 year
18.4%
Probation Only
No incarceration

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
1.0 months
3.0 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
0 year, 12 months

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$120.95
$203.00
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$350.00
Facing Larceny / Theft charges? The average sentence is 6.1 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) 15,508 12.4%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 55,796 44.7%
Probation Only (no incarceration) 22,992 18.4%
Fined 33,164 26.6%

Felony vs Misdemeanor Sentencing

Charge Level Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail Avg Probation
Misdemeanor 69,182 1.0 months $177.92 0.2% 47.1% 10.0 months
Felony 49,569 1 year, 1 months $406.16 30.1% 42.3% 3.0 years
NULL 6,129 3.8 months $351.94 7.2% 37.0% 2.1 years

Sentencing by County

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

County Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail
Miami-Dade 11,065 8.4 months $388.12 17.7% 42.2%
Duval 9,520 3.3 months $118.72 6.2% 61.7%
Hillsborough 8,917 5.6 months $162.14 11.4% 35.2%
Broward 7,841 6.2 months $0.00 13.9% 33.1%
Palm Beach 6,874 5.9 months $102.41 12.5% 58.6%
Polk 6,834 7.2 months $188.08 14.1% 39.5%
Orange 6,522 3.4 months $304.72 5.0% 75.8%
Pinellas 6,318 5.8 months $152.13 12.1% 54.0%
Escambia 4,527 2.7 months $353.40 5.1% 19.9%
Marion 3,940 8.5 months $167.11 17.5% 63.2%
Volusia 3,856 8.2 months $516.40 17.1% 58.6%
Seminole 3,331 3.7 months $265.88 9.1% 38.8%
Pasco 3,070 6.0 months $139.08 11.8% 25.0%
Bay 3,058 5.3 months $384.06 14.6% 32.2%
Sarasota 2,456 4.2 months $463.16 9.2% 22.3%
Lake 2,324 3.8 months $249.10 8.1% 27.5%
Leon 2,190 6.6 months $0.00 12.6% 74.7%
Manatee 2,116 5.0 months $104.25 9.8% 13.6%
Lee 2,073 7.1 months $0.00 11.8% 39.5%
Osceola 1,870 3.6 months $237.63 6.4% 72.8%
Alachua 1,832 1 year $122.42 27.9% 37.7%
St. Lucie 1,749 10.8 months $385.25 21.8% 45.8%
Hernando 1,724 5.5 months $261.09 11.8% 40.4%
Okaloosa 1,582 2.4 months $104.32 6.5% 12.8%
St. Johns 1,503 6.1 months $143.13 9.3% 54.1%
Santa Rosa 1,470 6.0 months $119.68 11.2% 40.1%
Brevard 1,464 2.8 months $0.00 4.9% 41.0%
Collier 1,234 7.5 months $248.91 13.9% 34.6%
Clay 1,200 6.6 months $406.99 12.6% 44.7%
Charlotte 1,079 8.7 months $341.79 16.8% 48.9%
Martin 1,048 1 year $298.90 28.2% 43.9%
Indian River 979 7.4 months $326.35 11.7% 52.7%
Sumter 893 8.2 months $381.34 18.3% 32.6%
Citrus 789 9.0 months $163.76 17.0% 46.9%
Highlands 763 5.3 months $240.93 8.1% 39.2%
Putnam 719 7.3 months $1,643 17.1% 47.8%
Monroe 662 4.4 months $0.00 9.2% 57.1%
Columbia 515 7.6 months $421.47 18.1% 14.2%
Walton 477 7.2 months $232.95 14.0% 38.6%
Nassau 445 4.7 months $561.37 11.9% 17.5%
Okeechobee 407 9.1 months $400.00 16.2% 38.6%
Jackson 405 6.9 months $265.46 17.0% 44.4%
Desoto 349 11.8 months $91.38 16.3% 18.9%
Hendry 331 5.3 months $295.90 9.4% 35.0%
Wakulla 267 7.0 months $291.44 13.1% 65.5%
Washington 259 3.9 months $296.20 8.9% 39.8%
Taylor 246 5.1 months $470.85 13.0% 31.3%
Suwannee 201 9.7 months $387.56 23.9% 18.9%
Levy 193 4.7 months $64.22 13.0% 46.1%
Bradford 185 1 year, 8 months $69.00 34.1% 47.0%
Calhoun 157 1 year, 5 months $380.04 41.4% 24.2%
Baker 132 7.1 months $256.67 19.7% 52.3%
Holmes 115 10.5 months $355.46 17.4% 44.3%
Hardee 109 7.8 months $163.96 13.8% 46.8%
Dixie 93 2.2 years $294.12 48.4% 32.3%
Madison 81 3.0 months $443.75 11.1% 24.7%
Union 78 1 year, 5 months $311.67 50.0% 20.5%
Gulf 70 9.1 months $247.70 25.7% 41.4%
Jefferson 69 11.0 months $92.53 21.7% 69.6%
Franklin 66 5.3 months $85.53 12.1% 83.3%
Gilchrist 60 7.5 months $104.17 16.7% 48.3%
Hamilton 47 11.0 months $165.00 46.8% 23.4%
Gadsden 43 No incarceration $0.00 0.0% 0.0%
Glades 43 5.1 months $250.00 4.7% 23.3%
Liberty 26 5.7 months $171.69 7.7% 69.2%

Facing Larceny / Theft Charges in Florida?

The average sentence is 6.1 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 124,880 convicted Larceny / Theft cases in Florida (2023-2025), the average sentence is 6.1 months. The median sentence for cases with incarceration is 3.0 months. 12.4% of convicted defendants received state prison sentences (over 1 year).
26.6% of convicted Larceny / Theft defendants received a fine, with an average of $273.81. The median fine is $203.00. Court costs average $555.48 on top of fines.
12.4% of convicted Larceny / Theft defendants received state prison time (over 1 year), 44.7% received county jail time (under 1 year), and 18.4% 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 124,880 Larceny / Theft 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 · 124,880 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026