Disorderly Conduct in Franklin County, Florida
76 cases (2023-2025) · Franklin County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Franklin County's disorderly conduct cases are resolved primarily through conviction (64.5%) and diversion programs (22.4%), with no dismissals—a stark departure from the statewide 2.4% dismissal rate. Withheld adjudications occur in 13%, well below the state's 25% rate. This pattern reflects aggressive prosecution paired with heavy reliance on diversion to handle first-time or lower-level offenders.
Sentenced defendants average 40 days in jail with no prison time. Public defenders represent 60% of defendants while 6.6% retain counsel, indicating these are primarily low-resource cases. The high diversion rate combined with short sentences suggests Franklin County favors immediate accountability through completion of diversion requirements over extended confinement.
Figures cover 76 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 — 64.5% of 76 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 76 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 | 42 | 1.3 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Disorderly Conduct sentencing in Franklin 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 57 | 71.9% | 0.0% |
| Black | 14 | 35.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 23 | 69.6% | 0.0% | 1.5 months |
| 2024 | 31 | 51.6% | 0.0% | 1.4 months |
| 2025 | 22 | 77.3% | 0.0% | 1.0 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 71 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 5 |
Related Charges in Franklin County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 227 | 27.8% | 7.5% |
| Drug Possession | 212 | 69.8% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 126 | 42.9% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 54 | 68.5% | 1.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 94 (2023-2025) | 73.4% | 2.1% |
| Trespassing | 77 (2023-2025) | 77.9% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 76 (2023-2025) | 77.6% | 2.6% |
| Drug Sale | 43 (2023-2025) | 95.3% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Franklin County?
The guilty rate is 64.5% based on 76 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Franklin County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.2% 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 Disorderly Conduct in Franklin County?
The average sentence is 1.3 months, with an average fine of $76 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
60.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.6% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Disorderly Conduct in Franklin County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 76 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/disorderly-conduct/franklin
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Franklin 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 · 76 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com