Disorderly Conduct in Lee County, Florida

370
Total Cases
87.0%
Guilty Rate
8.1%
Withheld Rate
1.6%
Dismissal Rate
1.2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 370 Disorderly Conduct cases in Lee County (2023-2025), 87.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.1% had adjudication withheld, and 1.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.2 months. 8.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 17.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
87.0% (322)
Withheld
8.1% (30)
Diversion
2.2% (8)
Dismissed
1.6% (6)
Acquitted
0.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.2 months
Avg Sentence
1.3 months
Median Sentence
5.9 months
Avg Probation
0.3%
Prison Rate
56.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 209 1.2 months
State Prison Facility 1 2.0 months

Counsel Analysis

65
Public Defender
86.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
30
Private Attorney
73.3% guilty · 3.3% dismissed
20
Self or Unrepresented
95.0% 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 289 89.6% 1.4%
Black 73 80.8% 2.7%

Age Distribution

5.1%
Under 21
18.9%
21-29
33.0%
30-39
22.7%
40-49
12.7%
50-59
7.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 131 90.1% 2.3% 1.3 months
2024 124 85.5% 2.4% 1.3 months
2025 115 85.2% 0.0% 1.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 364
Misdemeanor First Degree 6

Related Charges in Lee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 5,953 79.4% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 5,651 78.7% 0.1%
DUI 3,521 98.2% 0.6%
Larceny / Theft 2,186 81.9% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 1,991 85.2% 1.6%
Battery 1,752 69.5% 1.8%
Trespassing 1,425 88.0% 4.5%
Other 1,124 70.6% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Lee County?
The guilty rate is 87.0% based on 370 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Lee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.1% 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 Lee County?
The average sentence is 1.2 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
17.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 8.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lee 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 · 370 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026