Perjury Sentencing in Palm Beach County

We analyzed 163 convicted Perjury cases in Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach County judges sentence differently.

11.8 months
Average Sentence
Near statewide avg (11.4 months)
$1,000
Average Fine
Above statewide avg ($496.26)
25.2%
Prison Rate
Near statewide (23.6%)
9.2%
Probation Only
163 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
1.0 months
5.0 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
1 year, 10 months

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$1,000
$1,000
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$1,000
The average sentence for Perjury in Palm Beach County is 11.8 months. A defense attorney may be able to negotiate reduced charges or alternative sentencing. Get a free case review.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Palm Beach County Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 25.2% 23.6%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 49.1% 33.7%
Probation Only 9.2% 24.4%
Average Sentence 11.8 months 11.4 months
Average Fine $1,000 $496.26
Average Probation 2.3 years 2.3 years
Average Court Costs $186.35 $573.09

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 80 3.4 months N/A
State Prison Facility 41 3.3 years N/A

Other Charges Sentenced in Palm Beach County

Charge Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine
Traffic Offense 25,007 7 days $262.48
Drug Possession 8,098 5.3 months $7,609
Larceny / Theft 6,874 5.9 months $102.41
Trespassing 5,109 1.3 months $535.71
DUI 4,808 1.0 months $1,057

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 163 convicted Perjury cases in Palm Beach County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 11.8 months. The statewide average is 11.4 months.
0.6% of convicted Perjury defendants in Palm Beach County received a fine, averaging $1,000. Court costs average $186.35 additionally.
Palm Beach County's average sentence of 11.8 months compares to the statewide average of 11.4 months. The prison rate is 25.2% locally vs 23.6% statewide. The average fine is $1,000 locally vs $496.26 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 163 Perjury cases in Palm Beach 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 · 163 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026