Disorderly Conduct in Columbia County, Florida

45
Total Cases
66.7%
Guilty Rate
6.7%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
24 days
Avg Sentence

Based on 45 Disorderly Conduct cases in Columbia County (2023-2025), 66.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 6.7% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 24 days, with an average fine of $250.00. 2.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 46.7% used a public defender.

Facing Disorderly Conduct charges in Columbia County?
Guilty
66.7% (30)
Withheld
6.7% (3)
Diversion
26.7% (12)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)
24 days
Avg Sentence
17 days
Median Sentence
7.2 months
Avg Probation
$250.00
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
31.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 14 24 days
21
Public Defender
61.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

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 28 64.3% 0.0%
Black 13 84.6% 0.0%
6.7%
Under 21
15.6%
21-29
37.8%
30-39
22.2%
40-49
15.6%
50-59
2.2%
60+
Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 17 82.4% 0.0% 20 days
2024 9 33.3% 0.0% 20 days
2025 19 68.4% 0.0% 1.0 months
Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 38
Misdemeanor First Degree 7
Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,963 56.1% 0.1%
Drug Possession 852 83.1% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 712 64.0% 0.0%
Other 568 48.2% 2.1%
Resisting Officer 413 79.7% 0.7%
Fraud 409 76.5% 0.2%
Battery 325 74.5% 0.3%
Weapons Offense 165 84.2% 0.0%

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What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Columbia County?
The guilty rate is 66.7% based on 45 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Columbia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.7% 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 Disorderly Conduct in Columbia County?
The average sentence is 24 days, with an average fine of $250.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
46.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 2.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Columbia 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 · 45 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026