Battery in Madison County, Florida
77 cases (2023-2025) · Madison County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Madison County shows the highest guilty rate among battery cases at 81.8%, with minimal relief through dismissals (1.3%) or diversion (5.2%). Withheld adjudications occur in 10.4% of cases, below the statewide 18%. The dismissal rate falls 1.6 percentage points below state norms, indicating the local State Attorney pursues charges vigorously. Sentencing averages 513.2 days, the highest observed, though the median of 49 days reveals extreme variation—most sentences cluster near probationary terms, but outliers reach years. Confinement affects 42.9% of defendants (10.4% prison, 32.5% jail), while fines average $482.29, the highest among battery counties reviewed. Public defenders represent 61% of defendants, with only 2.6% retaining private counsel.
Figures cover 77 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 81.8% of 77 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 77 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 25 | 2.5 months |
| State Prison Facility | 8 | 5.1 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Battery sentencing in Madison County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 53 | 84.9% | 1.9% |
| White | 23 | 73.9% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 29 | 86.2% | 0.0% | 9.4 months |
| 2024 | 30 | 73.3% | 3.3% | 2.3 years |
| 2025 | 18 | 88.9% | 0.0% | 2.0 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 58 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 12 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 7 |
Related Charges in Madison County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 132 | 21.2% | 46.2% |
| Other | 45 | 48.9% | 8.9% |
| Drug Possession | 35 | 91.4% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 108 (2023-2025) | 83.3% | 0.9% |
| Trespassing | 88 (2023-2025) | 89.8% | 2.3% |
| Larceny / Theft | 84 (2023-2025) | 78.6% | 2.4% |
| Disorderly Conduct | 68 (2023-2025) | 77.9% | 5.9% |
| DUI | 28 (2023-2025) | 92.9% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Battery in Madison County?
The guilty rate is 81.8% based on 77 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Madison County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.4% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Madison County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $482 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
61.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 2.6% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Battery in Madison County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 77 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/battery/madison
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Madison 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 · 77 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com