Battery in Levy County, Florida

220
Total Cases
80.5%
Guilty Rate
16.8%
Withheld Rate
0.5%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 220 Battery cases in Levy County (2023-2025), 80.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.8% had adjudication withheld, and 0.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $51.29. 3.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 67.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.5% (177)
Withheld
16.8% (37)
Diversion
1.4% (3)
Dismissed
0.5% (1)
Acquitted
0.9% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence
7.3 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$51.29
Avg Fine
17.3%
Prison Rate
50.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 110 6.2 months
State Prison Facility 38 4.1 years

Counsel Analysis

149
Public Defender
79.9% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
8
Private Attorney
75.0% 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 155 80.0% 0.0%
Black 49 83.7% 2.0%

Age Distribution

2.3%
Under 21
23.3%
21-29
33.3%
30-39
20.5%
40-49
11.0%
50-59
9.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 90 84.4% 1.1% 1 year, 5 months
2024 59 74.6% 0.0% 1 year, 8 months
2025 71 80.3% 0.0% 1 year, 3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 125
Felony Third Degree 78
Felony Second Degree 14
Felony First Degree 3

Related Charges in Levy County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,262 68.9% 0.0%
Drug Possession 561 85.4% 0.0%
Other 326 78.8% 4.3%
Larceny / Theft 195 83.1% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 184 90.8% 0.0%
Sex Offense 94 97.9% 1.1%
Weapons Offense 82 96.3% 0.0%
Criminal Mischief 75 84.0% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 80.5% based on 220 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.8% 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 Battery in Levy County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $51.29.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
67.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Levy 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 · 220 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026