Resisting Officer Sentencing in Pasco County
718 convicted cases (2025) · Pasco County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 718 convicted Resisting Officer cases in Pasco County (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 Pasco County judges sentence differently.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Pasco County run 3.0 months to 1 year, 7 months; the median is 6.1 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 718 convicted cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2025)
| Outcome | Pasco County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 9.3% | 5.0% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 21.0% | 51.3% |
| Probation Only | 14.9% | 12.1% |
| Average Sentence | 5.5 months | 3.9 months |
| Average Fine | $336 | $304 |
| Average Probation | 1 year, 8 months | 1 year, 8 months |
| Average Court Costs | $158 | $398 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 441 | 5.4 months | $257 |
| State Prison Facility | 187 | 3.5 years | $126 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Resisting Officer cases in Pasco County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 661 | 75.3% | 1.2% | 1 year, 4 months |
| 2024 | 734 | 80.1% | 1.0% | 1 year, 2 months |
| 2025 | 784 | 76.4% | 1.1% | 1 year, 6 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Trend rows cover all Resisting Officer cases in Pasco County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Resisting Officer outcomes in Pasco County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Pasco County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 7,816 | 8.3 months | $165 |
| Traffic Offense | 6,832 | 1.1 months | $350 |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,073 | 6.2 months | $141 |
| Battery | 2,940 | 8.3 months | $150 |
| DUI | 1,947 | 1.3 months | $982 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Resisting Officer in Pasco County?
Based on 718 convicted Resisting Officer cases in Pasco County (2025), the average sentence is 5.5 months. The statewide average is 3.9 months.
How much are fines for Resisting Officer in Pasco County?
4.7% of convicted Resisting Officer defendants in Pasco County received a fine, averaging $336. Court costs average $158 additionally.
How does Pasco County compare to statewide sentencing for Resisting Officer?
Pasco County's average sentence of 5.5 months compares to the statewide average of 3.9 months. The prison rate is 9.3% locally vs 5.0% statewide. The average fine is $336 locally vs $304 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Resisting Officer Sentencing in Pasco County, Florida (2025). Based on 718 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/resisting-officer/pasco
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 718 Resisting Officer cases in Pasco County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (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 · 718 cases · 2025 · Data last updated September 2026