Assault in Leon County, Florida

483
Total Cases
49.1%
Guilty Rate
23.8%
Withheld Rate
3.9%
Dismissal Rate
1 year
Avg Sentence

Based on 483 Assault cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 49.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 23.8% had adjudication withheld, and 3.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year. 25.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 57.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
49.1% (237)
Withheld
23.8% (115)
Diversion
8.9% (43)
Dismissed
3.9% (19)
Acquitted
2.3% (11)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year
Avg Sentence
3.3 months
Median Sentence
2.2 years
Avg Probation
15.7%
Prison Rate
48.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 235 3.9 months
State Prison Facility 76 3.4 years

Counsel Analysis

279
Public Defender
47.0% guilty · 6.1% dismissed
125
Private Attorney
44.8% guilty · 0.8% dismissed
75
Conflict Counsel
64.0% guilty · 1.3% dismissed

Demographics

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 351 52.1% 4.6%
White 131 41.2% 1.5%

Age Distribution

11.4%
Under 21
28.2%
21-29
27.3%
30-39
19.7%
40-49
7.0%
50-59
6.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 205 49.3% 3.4% 1 year, 2 months
2024 138 45.7% 6.5% 10.7 months
2025 140 52.1% 2.1% 1 year, 1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL Third Degree 290
NULL Second Degree 153
NULL First Degree 40

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Assault in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 49.1% based on 483 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 23.8% of cases. 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 1 year.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
57.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 25.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 483 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026