Battery in Dixie County, Florida

69
Total Cases
78.3%
Guilty Rate
15.9%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.5 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 69 Battery cases in Dixie County (2023-2025), 78.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.9% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.5 years, with an average fine of $266.32. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 39.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
78.3% (54)
Withheld
15.9% (11)
Diversion
1.4% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
2.9% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.5 years
Avg Sentence
8.6 months
Median Sentence
2.9 years
Avg Probation
$266.32
Avg Fine
27.5%
Prison Rate
37.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 26 2.9 months
State Prison Facility 19 5.6 years

Counsel Analysis

27
Public Defender
77.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
21
Other
71.4% 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 59 76.3% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.9%
Under 21
14.5%
21-29
49.3%
30-39
18.8%
40-49
8.7%
50-59
5.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 26 88.5% 0.0% 2.7 years
2024 20 75.0% 0.0% 3.3 years
2025 23 69.6% 0.0% 1 year, 5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 38
Felony Third Degree 21
Felony Second Degree 6
Felony First Degree 4

Related Charges in Dixie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 599 73.5% 0.2%
Other 194 57.2% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 191 74.3% 2.1%
Larceny / Theft 97 85.6% 0.0%
Drug Sale 82 91.5% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 76 88.2% 0.0%
Burglary 67 86.6% 0.0%
DUI 53 86.8% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Dixie County?
The guilty rate is 78.3% based on 69 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Dixie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.9% 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 Dixie County?
The average sentence is 2.5 years, with an average fine of $266.32.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
39.1% 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 Dixie 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 · 69 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026