Resisting Officer Sentencing in Putnam County
210 convicted cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 210 convicted Resisting Officer cases in Putnam 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 Putnam County judges sentence differently.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Putnam County run 3 days to 5.7 months; the median is 1.3 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 210 convicted cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2025)
| Outcome | Putnam County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 12.4% | 5.0% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 72.9% | 51.3% |
| Probation Only | 11.0% | 12.1% |
| Average Sentence | 5.6 months | 3.9 months |
| Average Fine | $1,493 | $304 |
| Average Probation | 2.1 years | 1 year, 8 months |
| Average Court Costs | $592 | $398 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 449 | 2.7 months | $67 |
| State Prison Facility | 76 | 3.4 years | $4,545 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Resisting Officer cases in Putnam County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 203 | 87.7% | 0.5% | 1 year |
| 2024 | 224 | 82.6% | 0.0% | 5.9 months |
| 2025 | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% | 6.5 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 Putnam 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 Putnam County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Putnam County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 2,653 | 8.0 months | $3,278 |
| Traffic Offense | 2,081 | 1.4 months | $201 |
| Battery | 800 | 10.7 months | $197 |
| Larceny / Theft | 719 | 7.5 months | $1,647 |
| Other | 581 | 1 year, 4 months | $520 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Resisting Officer in Putnam County?
Based on 210 convicted Resisting Officer cases in Putnam County (2025), the average sentence is 5.6 months. The statewide average is 3.9 months.
How much are fines for Resisting Officer in Putnam County?
33.3% of convicted Resisting Officer defendants in Putnam County received a fine, averaging $1,493. Court costs average $592 additionally.
How does Putnam County compare to statewide sentencing for Resisting Officer?
Putnam County's average sentence of 5.6 months compares to the statewide average of 3.9 months. The prison rate is 12.4% locally vs 5.0% statewide. The average fine is $1,493 locally vs $304 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Resisting Officer Sentencing in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 210 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/resisting-officer/putnam
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 210 Resisting Officer cases in Putnam 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 · 210 cases · 2025 · Data last updated September 2026