Assault in Union County, Florida

19
Total Cases
78.9%
Guilty Rate
10.5%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.6 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 19 Assault cases in Union County (2023-2025), 78.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.6 years. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 47.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
78.9% (15)
Withheld
10.5% (2)
Diversion
10.5% (2)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.6 years
Avg Sentence
3.3 years
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
47.4%
Prison Rate
26.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 9 5.5 years
County Jail 5 2.2 months

Counsel Analysis

9
Public Defender
66.7% guilty · 0.0% 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
White 12 75.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
21.1%
21-29
42.1%
30-39
31.6%
40-49
5.3%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 9 77.8% 0.0% 3.8 years
2025 7 85.7% 0.0% 1 year, 9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 13
Misdemeanor First Degree 3
Misdemeanor Second Degree 2
Felony Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Union County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 183 85.2% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 166 98.2% 0.0%
Other 160 67.5% 0.6%
Battery 102 75.5% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 85 84.7% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 70 91.4% 0.0%
Trespassing 31 100.0% 0.0%
Burglary 30 76.7% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Assault in Union County?
The guilty rate is 78.9% based on 19 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Union County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.5% 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 Union County?
The average sentence is 3.6 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
47.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Union 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 · 19 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026