Vehicle Theft Sentencing in Sumter County
101 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Sumter County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 101 convicted Vehicle Theft cases in Sumter 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 Sumter County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 101 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025 in this view, so multi-year figures are shown.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2023-2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Sumter County run 0 year, 12 months to 3.0 years; the median is 1 year, 6 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 101 convicted cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2023-2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
| Outcome | Sumter County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 46.5% | 41.1% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 29.7% | 36.3% |
| Probation Only | 16.8% | 17.5% |
| Average Sentence | 1 year, 9 months | 1 year, 6 months |
| Average Fine | $763 | $495 |
| Average Probation | 3.5 years | 2.7 years |
| Average Court Costs | $1,082 | $816 |
| Average Restitution (where ordered) | $13,123 | $5,213 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 47 | 3.3 years | $843 |
| County Jail | 30 | 8.9 months | $829 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Vehicle Theft cases in Sumter County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 25 | 96.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 10 months |
| 2024 | 50 | 96.0% | 0.0% | 2.2 years |
| 2025 | 26 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 3.0 years |
Trend rows cover all Vehicle Theft cases in Sumter County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Vehicle Theft outcomes in Sumter County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Sumter County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 3,791 | 7.5 months | $596 |
| Traffic Offense | 3,067 | 1.0 months | $178 |
| Other | 937 | 1 year, 5 months | $423 |
| Larceny / Theft | 894 | 8.5 months | $382 |
| Battery | 880 | 11.0 months | $503 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Vehicle Theft in Sumter County?
Based on 101 convicted Vehicle Theft cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 1 year, 9 months. The statewide average is 1 year, 6 months.
How much are fines for Vehicle Theft in Sumter County?
73.3% of convicted Vehicle Theft defendants in Sumter County received a fine, averaging $763. Court costs average $1,082 additionally. Restitution averages $13,123 in cases where it is ordered.
How does Sumter County compare to statewide sentencing for Vehicle Theft?
Sumter County's average sentence of 1 year, 9 months compares to the statewide average of 1 year, 6 months. The prison rate is 46.5% locally vs 41.1% statewide. The average fine is $763 locally vs $495 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Vehicle Theft Sentencing in Sumter County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 101 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/vehicle-theft/sumter
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 101 Vehicle Theft cases in Sumter 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 · 101 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated September 2026