Assault in Alachua County, Florida
113 cases (2025) · Alachua County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, assault defendants in Alachua County were convicted in 61.1 percent of 113 cases, with adjudication withheld in 22.1 percent—matching the statewide average. The county's dismissal rate of 1.8 percent fell slightly below the statewide average of 2.4 percent, and diversion program completion occurred in 3.5 percent of cases versus 5.2 percent statewide. Notably, 6.2 percent of cases resulted in acquittals. This pattern suggests Alachua prosecutors pursue convictions more aggressively than many other counties.
Sentenced defendants received a median of 384 days and an average of 729 days, with probation averaging 935 days. Prison and jail were each imposed in 28.3 percent of cases. The vast majority of defendants (52.2 percent) were represented by public defenders, with only 9.7 percent retaining private counsel, reflecting the defendant population's economic circumstances.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Assault charge in Alachua County makes it in front of a judge. Of 368 prosecutor decisions on Assault charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 11.7% — below the 47.7% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 61.1% of 113 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 113 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 97 | 3.4 years |
| County Jail | 73 | 6.0 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Assault sentencing in Alachua County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
Demographic data reflects systemic patterns in the criminal justice system and should not be used to draw conclusions about any racial or ethnic group. Disparities may reflect differences in policing, prosecution, and socioeconomic factors rather than actual crime rates.
| Race | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 79 | 63.3% | 2.5% |
| White | 34 | 55.9% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 77 | 68.8% | 0.0% | 2.1 years |
| 2024 | 102 | 66.7% | 1.0% | 2.5 years |
| 2025 | 113 | 61.1% | 1.8% | 1 year, 12 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 239 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 39 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 10 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 4 |
Related Charges in Alachua County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 863 | 68.7% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 863 | 81.3% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 736 | 81.7% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 620 | 63.7% | 0.8% |
| Other | 434 | 71.4% | 1.2% |
| Resisting Officer | 422 | 75.6% | 0.2% |
| Trespassing | 325 | 88.6% | 0.6% |
| Probation Violation | 289 | 94.8% | 3.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Assault in Alachua County?
The guilty rate is 61.1% based on 113 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Alachua County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.1% of cases (2025). This is a Florida-specific outcome where the court finds guilt but does not formally convict, allowing the defendant to avoid a conviction record under FL Statute 948.01.
What is the average sentence for Assault in Alachua County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 12 months, with an average fine of $161 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
52.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 9.7% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Assault in Alachua County, Florida (2025). Based on 113 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/assault/alachua
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Alachua County. "Guilty" includes all cases where the defendant was found guilty. "Adjudication withheld" is a Florida-specific disposition where guilt is found but the court withholds formal adjudication under FL Statute 948.01. "Dismissed" includes all cases dismissed by the court or prosecution.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 113 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com