Disorderly Conduct in Leon County, Florida

326
Total Cases
28.5%
Guilty Rate
42.0%
Withheld Rate
2.1%
Dismissal Rate
26 days
Avg Sentence

Based on 326 Disorderly Conduct cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 28.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 42.0% had adjudication withheld, and 2.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 26 days. 21.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 55.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
28.5% (93)
Withheld
42.0% (137)
Diversion
19.6% (64)
Dismissed
2.1% (7)
Acquitted
0.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

26 days
Avg Sentence
5 days
Median Sentence
6.8 months
Avg Probation
0.0%
Prison Rate
45.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 149 26 days

Counsel Analysis

180
Public Defender
34.4% guilty · 2.8% dismissed
70
Private Attorney
18.6% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
50
Conflict Counsel
28.0% guilty · 2.0% dismissed
26
Self or Unrepresented
15.4% guilty · 3.8% 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
Black 219 30.1% 2.3%
White 106 25.5% 0.9%

Age Distribution

16.0%
Under 21
31.3%
21-29
23.0%
30-39
18.1%
40-49
8.3%
50-59
3.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 92 27.2% 4.3% 1.3 months
2024 91 26.4% 2.2% 21 days
2025 143 30.8% 0.7% 21 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL Second Degree 252
NULL First Degree 74

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 28.5% based on 326 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 42.0% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 26 days.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
55.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 21.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 326 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026