Battery in Alachua County, Florida

1,648
Total Cases
64.6%
Guilty Rate
20.2%
Withheld Rate
1.9%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,648 Battery cases in Alachua County (2023-2025), 64.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.2% had adjudication withheld, and 1.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 9 months, with an average fine of $155.54. 7.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 58.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
64.6% (1,065)
Withheld
20.2% (333)
Diversion
8.2% (135)
Dismissed
1.9% (31)
Acquitted
2.7% (44)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 9 months
Avg Sentence
9.3 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
$155.54
Avg Fine
18.8%
Prison Rate
30.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 505 6.3 months
State Prison Facility 309 3.8 years
Confinement to Hospital Facility 1 9.9 months

Counsel Analysis

970
Public Defender
65.1% guilty · 2.0% dismissed
130
Private Attorney
36.9% guilty · 2.3% dismissed
48
Conflict Counsel
68.8% guilty · 2.1% dismissed
22
Self or Unrepresented
54.5% 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
Black 986 69.9% 2.4%
White 654 56.9% 0.9%

Age Distribution

9.0%
Under 21
31.0%
21-29
28.8%
30-39
16.3%
40-49
9.9%
50-59
4.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 479 66.4% 2.1% 1 year, 9 months
2024 545 66.2% 2.9% 1 year, 9 months
2025 624 61.9% 0.8% 1 year, 9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 891
Felony Third Degree 666
Felony Second Degree 85
Felony First Degree 6

Related Charges in Alachua County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 2,599 65.8% 0.0%
Drug Possession 2,459 80.4% 0.2%
Larceny / Theft 2,019 81.2% 0.5%
Other 1,219 69.8% 2.1%
Resisting Officer 1,083 78.9% 0.9%
Trespassing 966 85.3% 1.8%
Probation Violation 777 92.7% 1.7%
Fraud 744 79.7% 0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Alachua County?
The guilty rate is 64.6% based on 1,648 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Alachua County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.2% 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 Battery in Alachua County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 9 months, with an average fine of $155.54.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.9% retain private counsel.

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 · 1,648 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026