Battery in Suwannee County, Florida

124
Total Cases
83.9%
Guilty Rate
6.5%
Withheld Rate
3.2%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 124 Battery cases in Suwannee County (2023-2025), 83.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 6.5% had adjudication withheld, and 3.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $613.33. 4.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 53.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
83.9% (104)
Withheld
6.5% (8)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
3.2% (4)
Acquitted
1.6% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence
3.7 months
Median Sentence
2.0 years
Avg Probation
$613.33
Avg Fine
18.5%
Prison Rate
28.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 35 2.4 months
State Prison Facility 23 4.3 years

Counsel Analysis

66
Public Defender
83.3% guilty · 3.0% dismissed
7
Self or Unrepresented
100.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
5
Private Attorney
80.0% guilty · 20.0% 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 64 78.1% 3.1%
Black 44 93.2% 4.5%

Age Distribution

8.1%
Under 21
26.6%
21-29
33.9%
30-39
21.8%
40-49
5.6%
50-59
4.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 68 88.2% 2.9% 1 year, 2 months
2024 29 79.3% 0.0% 3.5 years
2025 27 77.8% 7.4% 1 year, 3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 74
Felony Third Degree 41
Felony Second Degree 7
Felony First Degree 2

Related Charges in Suwannee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,047 90.4% 0.2%
Drug Possession 588 86.6% 0.2%
Larceny / Theft 203 93.1% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 155 91.6% 0.6%
Other 119 82.4% 0.8%
DUI 118 98.3% 0.8%
Sex Offense 118 99.2% 0.0%
Burglary 75 92.0% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Suwannee County?
The guilty rate is 83.9% based on 124 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Suwannee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.5% 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 Battery in Suwannee County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $613.33.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
53.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Suwannee 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 · 124 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026