Weapons Offense Sentencing in Florida

We analyzed 25,540 convicted Weapons Offense cases across Florida (2023-2025) to show what sentences judges actually impose — including average sentence length, fines, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation.

2.4 years
Average Sentence
25,540 convicted cases
$1,044
Average Fine
21.1% received a fine
45.3%
Prison Rate
Sentence > 1 year
19.7%
Probation Only
No incarceration

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
9.0 months
2.0 years
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
4.0 years

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$138.85
$416.50
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$513.00
Facing Weapons Offense charges? The average sentence is 2.4 years. A defense attorney can work to reduce your sentence or negotiate alternative sentencing — free consultation.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Cases Percentage
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 11,566 45.3%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 6,466 25.3%
Probation Only (no incarceration) 5,028 19.7%
Fined 5,378 21.1%

Felony vs Misdemeanor Sentencing

Charge Level Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail Avg Probation
Felony 20,257 2.8 years $1,250 54.8% 21.7% 2.9 years
Misdemeanor 3,966 1.6 months $233.37 0.6% 41.9% 0 year, 12 months
NULL 1,317 1 year, 8 months $496.72 34.0% 30.2% 2.6 years

Sentencing by County

Counties with 20+ convicted Weapons Offense cases. Click a county to see detailed sentencing data.

County Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail
Hillsborough 2,929 1 year, 7 months $263.46 39.8% 27.5%
Miami-Dade 2,765 2.1 years $427.97 33.5% 24.2%
Duval 2,338 3.5 years $703.45 57.4% 21.6%
Palm Beach 1,511 2.6 years $0.00 50.6% 41.0%
Broward 1,305 1 year, 7 months $0.00 34.5% 18.5%
Orange 1,249 1 year, 3 months $38,065 29.6% 54.8%
Pinellas 1,163 3.3 years $177.66 53.6% 25.3%
Polk 1,070 1 year, 11 months $330.63 40.7% 26.0%
Volusia 1,047 2.5 years $88,879 51.6% 27.1%
Leon 753 2.5 years $0.00 51.3% 39.7%
Marion 711 3.3 years $1,297 60.5% 24.6%
Pasco 600 3.2 years $141.74 53.8% 12.0%
Escambia 582 1 year, 1 months $503.89 21.6% 12.5%
Bay 511 1 year, 9 months $662.52 43.8% 13.7%
Manatee 502 2.8 years $3,772 50.6% 12.2%
Alachua 449 3.4 years $619.84 65.7% 19.8%
St. Lucie 416 3.9 years $1,325 65.6% 21.4%
Seminole 406 2.0 years $262.50 46.1% 9.4%
Lee 398 2.2 years $0.00 44.5% 19.3%
Sarasota 390 2.3 years $411.55 44.9% 16.2%
Okaloosa 318 1 year $500.00 25.2% 10.1%
Lake 293 2.2 years $249.01 46.1% 21.5%
Brevard 226 1 year $0.00 25.2% 35.8%
Osceola 217 2.1 years $393.75 39.2% 52.5%
Collier 208 2.2 years $250.00 48.1% 22.1%
Santa Rosa 194 2.1 years $1,743 38.7% 32.5%
Sumter 166 3.0 years $1,140 47.6% 21.1%
Hernando 164 3.4 years $1,686 61.0% 18.3%
Highlands 163 2.4 years $938.08 42.9% 19.6%
St. Johns 159 2.0 years $0.00 47.8% 23.9%
Clay 155 3.0 years $567.57 65.2% 25.2%
Columbia 155 3.1 years $2,850 55.5% 1.9%
Citrus 149 4.3 years $5,355 69.8% 4.0%
Putnam 148 3.7 years $11,213 70.9% 11.5%
Charlotte 139 1 year, 11 months $5,686 48.9% 25.2%
Martin 115 2.6 years $557.14 49.6% 27.0%
Indian River 100 3.0 years $423.61 43.0% 32.0%
Hendry 99 2.4 years $2,526 46.5% 13.1%
Nassau 95 1 year, 10 months $12,741 45.3% 13.7%
Desoto 91 3.6 years $1,960 58.2% 7.7%
Walton 90 1 year, 10 months $364.46 38.9% 31.1%
Jackson 87 2.6 years $256.15 62.1% 12.6%
Levy 82 4.0 years $155.00 67.1% 22.0%
Okeechobee 79 2.1 years $960.00 46.8% 30.4%
Holmes 64 1 year, 6 months $3,038 40.6% 20.3%
Hardee 58 1 year, 11 months $7,286 48.3% 17.2%
Washington 57 1 year, 11 months $791.07 36.8% 26.3%
Suwannee 54 2.6 years $624.62 57.4% 9.3%
Taylor 53 9.1 months $490.00 26.4% 9.4%
Dixie 46 4.8 years $246.15 69.6% 13.0%
Jefferson 44 1 year, 8 months $62.75 47.7% 52.3%
Calhoun 43 1 year, 6 months $471.98 53.5% 7.0%
Monroe 42 1 year $0.00 28.6% 26.2%
Baker 38 1 year, 8 months $750.00 50.0% 42.1%
Bradford 35 4.5 years $1,000 71.4% 17.1%
Wakulla 33 1 year, 10 months $944.71 45.5% 45.5%
Franklin 29 1 year, 6 months $98.30 44.8% 48.3%
Gilchrist 27 2.2 years $137.50 55.6% 25.9%
Gulf 25 1 year, 11 months $400.00 56.0% 12.0%
Hamilton 25 2.2 years $116.67 64.0% 8.0%
Madison 23 1 year, 10 months $538.46 43.5% 13.0%

Facing Weapons Offense Charges in Florida?

The average sentence is 2.4 years, but outcomes depend on your specific circumstances. A defense attorney can review your case and fight for the best possible result. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 25,540 convicted Weapons Offense cases in Florida (2023-2025), the average sentence is 2.4 years. The median sentence for cases with incarceration is 2.0 years. 45.3% of convicted defendants received state prison sentences (over 1 year).
21.1% of convicted Weapons Offense defendants received a fine, with an average of $1,044. The median fine is $416.50. Court costs average $785.47 on top of fines.
45.3% of convicted Weapons Offense defendants received state prison time (over 1 year), 25.3% received county jail time (under 1 year), and 19.7% received probation only with no incarceration. Outcomes vary by county, charge degree, and individual circumstances.

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 25,540 Weapons Offense cases 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. Percentiles are calculated from cases with the relevant non-zero value.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 25,540 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026