Larceny / Theft Sentencing in Lake County

We analyzed 2,324 convicted Larceny / Theft cases in Lake 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 Lake County judges sentence differently.

The average sentence for Larceny / Theft in Lake County is 3.8 months. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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3.8 months
Average Sentence
Below statewide avg (6.1 months)
$249
Average Fine
Near statewide avg ($274)
8.1%
Prison Rate
Near statewide (12.4%)
29.8%
Probation Only
2,324 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

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

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$250
$250
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$250

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Lake County Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 8.1% 12.4%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 27.5% 44.7%
Probation Only 29.8% 18.4%
Average Sentence 3.8 months 6.1 months
Average Fine $249 $274
Average Probation 1 year, 6 months 2.1 years
Average Court Costs $285 $555
Average Restitution (where ordered) $1,143 $7,572

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 534 4.6 months $254
State Prison Facility 154 2.6 years $250

Other Charges Sentenced in Lake County

Charge Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine
Traffic Offense 6,556 9 days $245
Drug Possession 3,938 4.9 months $314
Resisting Officer 1,420 3.1 months $254
Battery 1,368 8.4 months $262
DUI 1,256 4 days $830

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 2,324 convicted Larceny / Theft cases in Lake County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 3.8 months. The statewide average is 6.1 months.
42.3% of convicted Larceny / Theft defendants in Lake County received a fine, averaging $249. Court costs average $285 additionally. Restitution averages $1,143 in cases where it is ordered.
Lake County's average sentence of 3.8 months compares to the statewide average of 6.1 months. The prison rate is 8.1% locally vs 12.4% statewide. The average fine is $249 locally vs $274 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 2,324 Larceny / Theft cases in Lake 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 · 2,324 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026